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cajeta quesadillas with fruit salsa

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Private Recipe by
Russ Myers
Necedah, WI

Discover the sweet side of Mexican cuisine with this super fruity spin on quesadillas. The outside features a crispy, caramel-drizzled tortilla while the inside holds a marvelously fresh medley of pineapple, blackeberries, and agave nectar. Top with a dollop of whipped cream and you've got yourself one fun, feista-ready treat. From: Better Homes and Garden

(3 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For cajeta quesadillas with fruit salsa

  • 1 1/2 c
    coarsely chopped fresh pineapple
  • 1/2 c
    fresh blackberries
  • 2 Tbsp
    agave nectar or honey
  • 2 tsp
    fresh lime juice
  • 1 pinch
    salt
  • 4
    8 inch flour tortillas
  • 2 Tbsp
    unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 c
    cajeta or dulce de leche
  • 1 lg
    banana, sliced
  • 1/2 c
    whipping cream
  • cajeta or dulce de leche

How To Make cajeta quesadillas with fruit salsa

  • 1
    For fruit salsa, in a medium bowl combine pineapple, blackberries, agave nectar, lime juice, and salt; set aside.
  • 2
    For the quesadillas, lightly brush one side of each tortilla with the butter. Place the tortillas, butter side down, on cutting board or waxed paper. Spread 2 tablespoons cajeta or dulce de leche over half of each tortilla. Top with banana slices. Fold over tortilla and gently press down.
  • 3
    Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat for 1 minute. Cook quesadillas, two at a time, over medium heat for 4 to 6 minutes or until light brown, turning once. Transfer to cutting board and cut into wedges.
  • 4
    In a small bowl beat whipping cream with an electric mixer on medium speed until stiff peaks form. To serve, place quesadilla wedges on a serving plate. Top with whipped cream and fruit salsa. Drizzle with additional cajeta or dulce de leche..
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