Irresistible Blooming Quesadilla Ring Recipe to Impress
This blooming quesadilla ring is a visually impressive, crispy appetizer filled with melty cheese and savory meat or beans, arranged in a ring around a bowl of dip—perfect for gatherings or game day snacking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12–16 wedges (serves 6–8)
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8–10 soft flour tortillas (taco size)
- 1 lb cooked seasoned ground beef or shredded chicken
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1–2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning (or to taste)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions or cilantro (optional)
- Vegetable oil or melted butter (for brushing)
- Salsa, guacamole, or sour cream (for serving in center)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the cooked beef or chicken with taco seasoning, cream cheese, shredded cheese, and chopped onions or cilantro in a bowl.
- Cut each tortilla in half to form semi-circles.
- Place about 2 tbsp of filling on each tortilla half. Fold over to form a triangle and gently press to seal.
- Arrange the filled triangles in a circle on the baking sheet, with points facing outward and flat edges forming an inner ring.
- Brush the tops lightly with oil or melted butter to encourage browning.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Remove from oven and place a bowl of salsa, guacamole, or sour cream in the center of the ring. Serve warm.
Notes
- Assemble the ring ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Use corn tortillas if warmed and flexible, but flour tortillas hold shape better.
- Freeze unbaked triangles for later—bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to cook time.
- Brush edges with water or a light egg wash to help seals stick if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wedges
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
