Bacon, Apple & Cheddar Quesadillas

We have been bringing you some sweet apple recipes, but now it is time for savory. These Bacon, Apple & Cheddar Quesadillas are a little bit of both and they whole family will love these, I promise.  This recipe is great for a main meal, for the lunchbox, or an after school snack. These quesadillas are packed with 14g of protein to keep little ones fueled through the school day or even soccer practice.

Recipe and photography courtesy of Crunch Pak.

Okay most people probably don’t think of apples and bacon together, but let me tell you these are amazing. Kids and the adults alike will love the sweet and savory combo of these Bacon, Apple & Cheddar Quesadillas! A little crunch, a little crisp, and some ooey gooey cheese makes these an awesome addition to your Fall meal lineup! So as we come into apple season and you are looking for easy apple recipes, let this be one that you give a try. Headed to to the apple orchard this season? Grab a bag to whip up some more easy delicious apple recipes, too.

Not sure which apples to pick for what types of recipes? Make sure to check out our Which Apple to Use? Guide

Nutrition Tip: In order to gain all the health benefits apples have to offer, it’s important to eat the apple and the skin, as the skin has a high fiber content.

Apples
cluster of farm fresh red delicious apple fruit

Key Ingredients for these Bacon, Apple & Cheddar Quesadillas

  • Whole Wheat Tortillas
  • Bacon
  • Apples
  • Cheddar Cheese

Yes! This recipe is that simple and loaded with flavor. We had some bagged sliced apples that we bought for lunches, but if you have fresh apples just slice them thinner. If you like turkey bacon, go ahead and use that instead, too. Either way you can’t go wrong with the flavors inside of these quesadillas. We use whole wheat tortillas when we can but regular works fine as well.

How to cook the bacon for these quesadillas

Use your favorite method for cooking bacon. If you prefer the classic way, cook on the stove top. If you like an easier clean up, bake them in the oven. Have you tried bacon in the Air Fryer, yet? Turns our perfectly with less mess, too.

how to make bacon, apple, and cheddar quesadillas

How to make these Bacon, Apple & Cheddar Quesadillas

First cook your bacon to your liking and set aside. Then spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat.

Once the skillet is hot, place one tortilla into the skillet. On half of the tortilla, add 4 apple slices, ¼ cup cheddar cheese, and 1 slice of cooked bacon. Fold over tortilla.

Then let cook for about 2-3 minutes, flip and cook an additional 2-3 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Place quesadilla on a cutting board and slice. Repeat with remaining tortillas.

Serve warm and enjoy!

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Bacon, Apple & Cheddar Quesadillas

Bacon, Apple & Cheddar Quesadillas

Amber Gray
Kids will love the sweet and savory combo of these Bacon, Apple & Cheddar quesadillas!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Entree & Main Dishes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 262 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 2oz. bags of apple slices
  • 4 8-inch whole-wheat tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
  • 4 slices bacon cooked

Instructions
 

  • Spray large skillet with nonstick cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Place one tortilla in skillet. On half of tortilla, add 4 apple slices, ¼ cup cheddar cheese, and 1 slice cooked bacon. Fold over tortilla. Cook 2-3 minutes, flip and cook additional 2-3 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
  • Place quesadilla on a cutting board and slice. Repeat with remaining tortillas

Nutrition

Calories: 262kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 11gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 462mgPotassium: 165mgFiber: 6gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 132IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 207mgIron: 1mg
Keyword apple recipes, apples, Bacon, cheddar, quesadillas
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