Smashburger Quesadillas bring together the bold flavors of a classic burger with the crispy, cheesy comfort of a quesadilla — perfect for quick dinners, parties, or anytime you’re craving something satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
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Salt and black pepper
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8 small flour tortillas
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1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, American, or blend)
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½ cup sliced pickles (optional)
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¼ cup sliced red onion
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Shredded lettuce and diced tomato (optional)
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Sauce of choice (burger sauce, spicy mayo, thousand island)
Instructions
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Heat a skillet over medium-high.
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Roll beef into small balls and place in the pan. Smash flat, season, and cook 2–3 minutes per side. Set aside.
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On each tortilla, layer cheese, a beef patty, toppings, sauce, and more cheese. Fold tortilla over.
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Toast folded quesadillas in the skillet until golden and crisp, about 2–3 minutes per side.
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Let rest briefly, then slice and serve with extra sauce.