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This post may contain affiliate links which might earn us money. Please read my Disclosure and Privacy policies hereWe don't know about you, but we're always looking for new and easy recipes to prepare in a hurry. That's why we love this Peanut Butter and Jelly Quesadilla recipe. It's quick, simple, and delicious!
Plus, it has all your favorite PB&J sandwich flavors with a bonus of warm quesadilla goodness. This is sure to become one of your go-to weekday lunches or dinners when you need something fast and tasty that will satisfy everyone at the table!
Can you freeze peanut butter and jelly quesadillas??
Some people like to freeze their quesadillas, but you'll need to wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or place them inside a freezer-safe bag. This will help prevent the filling from leaking all over your other frozen goods!
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How do you defrost peanut butter and jelly quesadillas?
To defrost them, remove them from the freezer and leave them out at room temperature for about 30 minutes. You can also microwave them, but the quesadilla won't have that crispy texture anymore.
What can you serve with these quesadillas?
You can serve peanut butter and jelly quesadillas with fruits on the side for a healthy breakfast or snack.
Peanut butter is great because it has protein, vitamins, and heart-healthy fats. Jelly? It might be the easiest fruit spread to whip up with no added sugar needed!
OK for the extra ways to make this peanut butter & jelly quesadilla:
OK for the extra ways to make this peanut butter & jelly quesadilla:Peanut Butter & Jelly Quesadilla Recipe
To make this recipe you are going to need the following ingredients:
- Peanut butter – we prefer creamy
- Favorite jelly – we used strawberry (or try some of the other flavors in our recipe guide!)
- Tortilla – you can use whole wheat or corn tortilla
- Fat-free yogurt or Greek yogurt – optional but recommended for a healthier option!
- Butter – optional
Instructions:
Heat a skillet over medium. You can add butter and melt it if you want. We didn't use butter today.
Spread peanut butter on one side of the tortilla, top with jelly, and fold in half. Make sure to seal the edges together carefully.
In the skillet, place folded tortilla and heat on each side for about two minutes until lightly browned and warmed all the way through.
Slice into wedges or squares (any shape you desire) to serve!
Makes: Serves one quesadilla – can be doubled or tripled depending on how many you want to make at once!
Serving Size: Four mini-quesadillas per serving as part of an appetizer plate OR
One large quesadilla meal that should satisfy most adults as their main course dish.
I hope you enjoy this Peanut Butter and Jelly Quesadillas recipe as much as we do!
Other ways to enjoy Peanut Butter and Jelly Quesadillas
You can skip adding the jelly inside the quesadilla and use the jelly as dipping sauce.
Add bananas or whatever fruit you desire inside the quesadilla.
Use the yogurt as a dipping sauce with your peanut butter & jelly quesadilla.
Enjoy!
Peanut Butter & Jelly Quesadilla
Yield: 1
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Moms, it's time to replace your PB&J sandwich with a new lunchtime favorite: the peanut butter and jelly quesadilla.
This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for kids because it tastes just like an ordinary grilled cheese sandwich but has all of the deliciousness of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Your little one will be so thrilled!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon of peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon of favorite jelly
- 1 tortilla
- 1/3 cup of Fat-free yogurt or Greek yogurt (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium and add the butter. (If you are not using butter, then skip the butter and wait for the skillet to heat up)
- Apply the peanut butter and jelly to one side of your tortilla.
- Fold the tortilla in half and place it in the skillet.
- In the skillet, place folded tortilla and heat 2 minutes on each side until lightly brown.
- Remove from skillet.
- Slice into wedges.
- Serve!
Notes
You can use yogurt as a dipping sauce.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 408Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 431mgCarbohydrates: 46gFiber: 3gSugar: 15gProtein: 29g
These nutritional calculations might not be accurate. Please speak with a licensed nutritionist to assist you.
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