Breakfast Quesadillas
Description
Looking for a quick, satisfying breakfast with bold flavor? These Breakfast Quesadillas combine fluffy eggs, melted cheese, and a hint of spice for a warm, comforting meal.
Perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunch, they’re easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
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Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp butter + additional for tortillas
- 2 green onions, sliced
- ½ medium jalapeño pepper, diced
- 4 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- 4 (8-inch) tortillas
- 1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
- ½ cup salsa
- ¼ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Sauté vegetables. In a large pan, melt 2 Tbsp butter over medium heat. Add green onions and jalapeño and cook until softened.
- Prepare eggs. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cumin.
- Cook eggs. Pour egg mixture into the pan and cook until eggs are set. Remove from heat and stir in salt and pepper.
- Assemble quesadillas. Melt butter on a griddle over medium heat. Place tortillas on the griddle and layer with half the cheese, egg mixture, remaining cheese, and top tortillas.
- Cook. Cook until tortillas are golden brown, flipping once, until cheese is melted.
- Serve. Cut into quarters and serve with salsa and sour cream.
Why Dairy?
Milk helps create soft, fluffy eggs, while cheese adds rich flavor, protein, and calcium. Sour cream provides a creamy, tangy finish that complements the dish.Make It Your Own
- Add cooked sausage or bacon for extra protein
- Include vegetables like peppers or spinach
- Use different cheeses like cheddar or mozzarella
- Adjust spice level by adding more or less jalapeño
Storage Tips
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
- Reheat in a skillet or microwave
- Best enjoyed fresh for optimal texture