Blackstone Cheese Quesadillas is a delicious way to make a classic recipe. These griddled quesadillas are easy to make with simple ingredients.
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We love making Blackstone Griddle Recipes because of the large flat top griddle. Blackstone Griddle Quesadillas are one of our favorites. We have made Blackstone Chicken Quesadillas, Brisket Quesadilla and steak quesadillas for an easy weeknight meal.
We love making cheese quesadillas as it requires simple ingredients and they still taste amazing. The shredded cheese melts perfectly over medium heat.
Table of Contents
- What is the Best Tortilla to Use for Quesadillas?
- Ingredients
- Variations Ideas
- How to Make Blackstone Cheese Quesadillas
- Recipe Tips
- Topping Ideas
- What is the Best Cheese for Quesadillas?
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Recommend Blackstone Tools you Need
- More Easy Blackstone Quesadilla Recipes
- Blackstone Cheese Quesadilla Recipe
What is the Best Tortilla to Use for Quesadillas?
When we make quesadillas we like to use the burrito size tortilla. There are many option that will meet many different dietary restrictions. Feel free to use what you prefer.
You can even use smaller tortillas or corn tortillas if you prefer.
Ingredients
- Vegetable Oil
- Burrito Size Flour Tortillas
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.
Variations Ideas
- Oil – You can use any oil in this recipe with a high smoke point. Vegetable oil, canola oil, coconut oil and avocado oil all work great on a Blackstone Grill.
- Add Meat – You can easily add meat to these cheese quesadillas. Add in bacon, beef, or cooked chicken thighs. We love to make Blackstone chicken quesadilla recipe.
- Seasoning – You can add in taco seasoning or garlic powder to the quesadilla for flavor.
- Cheese – Feel free to change the cheese to what you prefer. A delicious variation is adding in pepper jack cheese or mozzarella cheese.
- Other Variations – Add in chopped cilantro, bell peppers, or refried beans.
How to Make Blackstone Cheese Quesadillas
Step 1 – Heat Griddle – Preheat the Blackstone Grill over medium high heat (approximately 400 degrees F). Spread the vegetable oil onto the grill.
Step 2 – Add Tortillas – Place the tortillas on the grill.
Step 3 – Top with Cheese – Then evenly divide the cheese or sprinkle it onto one half of each tortilla. Then fold the tortilla in half (into a moon shape).
Step 4 – Cook Quesadilla – Cook until one side of the tortilla is golden brown (1-2 minutes). Flip and then cook until the other side is golden brown as well (1-2 minutes). Watch them closely as they will brown quickly.
- Step 5 – Serve and Enjoy – Remove the quesadillas onto a cutting board. Slice them and then they are ready to serve and enjoy.
Recipe Tips
- Prepare Griddle – Prepare the griddle by preheating and adding oil. It is important to preheat and oil the griddle so that the quesadilla doesn’t stick. It helps makes cleanup a breeze.
- Cooking the Quesadilla – Cook the quesadilla on both sides. This allows for the tortilla to get crispy on both sides. Before cooking fold tortilla in a half moon shape.
- Serving – These cheese quesadillas are best served warm. But you can easily reheat in the microwave or toaster oven.
Topping Ideas
When serving these cheese quesadillas they are even better with one of these toppings. These toppings can also be used as dipping sauces.
- Guacamole
- Pico De Gallo
- Queso
- Sour Cream
- Chopped Green Onion
- Salsa
- Lettuce
- Hot Sauce
What is the Best Cheese for Quesadillas?
There are many different types of cheese that are great for quesadillas. These are our favorites. When using shredded cheese, we recommend shredding your own.
Pre-shredded cheese has added ingredients that may cause the cheese not to melt as well.
- Monterrey Jack Cheese
- Mozzarella Cheese
- Cheddar Cheese
- Pepper Jack Cheese
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Frequently Asked Questions
Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. These quesadillas are best served immediately, but can be reheated for leftovers.
Yes, you can make cheese quesadillas on your stovetop. We like using a cast iron skillet, but you can use any type of skillet.
Heat the skillet to medium heat and spray pan with oil. Place tortilla on skillet and top with cheese. Use spatulas to flip the tortilla so that it cooks both sides.
Once cooked, cut the tortilla in bite size pieces for everyone to enjoy.
We recommend heating the griddle to about 400 degrees. Once you have heated the griddle, make sure to oil it with a high smoke point oil. This prevents the quesadilla from sticking.
Recommend Blackstone Tools you Need
More Easy Blackstone Quesadilla Recipes
- Blackstone Cheeseburger Quesadilla Recipe
- Blackstone Chicken Quesadilla Recipe
- Steak and Cheese Quesadilla Recipe
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Blackstone Cheese Quesadilla
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil
- 4 Burrito Size Flour Tortillas
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Blackstone Grill over medium high heat (approximately 400 degrees F). Spread the vegetable oil onto the grill.
- Place the tortillas on the grill.
- Then evenly divide the cheese or sprinkle it onto one half of each tortilla. Then fold the tortilla in half (into a moon shape).
- Cook until one side of the tortilla is golden brown (1-2 minutes). Flip and then cook until the other side is golden brown as well (1-2 minutes). Watch them closely as they will brown quickly.
- Remove the quesadillas onto a cutting board. Slice them and then they are ready to serve and enjoy!
