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Smashburger Quesadillas

A quick, crowd-pleasing cross between a smash burger and a quesadilla — melty, crispy, and ready in minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Use 80/20 ground beef for juiciness.
  • Salt For seasoning.
  • Pepper For seasoning.
  • Garlic powder For seasoning.
  • 4 large flour tortillas Choose large tortillas for easy folding.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese Melts well.
Optional Toppings
  • pickles For serving.
  • diced onions For serving.
  • burger sauce For serving.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
  2. Press a small handful of ground beef directly onto one half of each tortilla. Season well.
  3. Cook beef side down for 2–3 minutes until browned.
  4. Flip, sprinkle with cheese, fold in half, and grill both sides until crispy and melty.
  5. Slice and serve with your favorite burger toppings or dipping sauce.

Notes

Serve hot, sliced into wedges. Offer classic burger accompaniments: pickles, diced onions, and a tangy burger sauce or ketchup on the side. Pair with fries, a simple salad, or tortilla chips for a complete meal.