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Smashburger Quesadillas Recipe
Emily

Smashburger Quesadillas

A fun twist on classic smashburgers — juicy seasoned beef pressed onto tortillas, layered with melted cheese, and grilled until crispy. Perfect for quick dinners, snacks, or party appetizers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Quick & Easy Meals, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 490
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • salt, pepper, garlic powder (to season)
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese
  • optional toppings: pickles, diced onions, burger sauce

Equipment

  • Skillet or griddle
  • Spatula
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

  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 with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Cook beef side down for 2–3 minutes until browned.
  4. Flip, sprinkle with cheese, fold tortilla in half, and grill both sides until crispy and melty.
  5. Slice and serve with pickles, onions, or dipping sauce.

Notes

Serve with classic burger toppings like pickles, onions, or burger sauce. Try mixing cheeses (cheddar, American, or pepper jack) for extra flavor. For crispier quesadillas, cook on a hot griddle and press down gently with a spatula.