Smashburger Quesadillas Recipe
Smashburger Quesadillas combine the crispy, juicy goodness of a smashed burger with the melty, cheesy comfort of a quesadilla—all cooked in one skillet. Quick, easy, and endlessly customizable, they’re perfect for weeknights, game days, or late-night cravings.
Equipment
- Cast-iron skillet or flat griddle
- Spatula or burger press
- Knife or kitchen scissors (for slicing)
- Mixing bowl (optional for spice blend)
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese half cheddar, half American
- Salt pepper, garlic powder
- Optional: 1 tsp smoked paprika + ½ tsp onion powder
- Toppings: Pickles diced onions, shredded lettuce, burger sauce, ketchup, mustard
Instructions
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
- Press a portion of ground beef directly onto one side of each tortilla.
- Season beef side with salt, pepper, and optional seasoning blend.
- Place beef-side-down in skillet; cook for 2–3 minutes until crisp.
- Flip, add cheese, and fold the tortilla in half.
- Cook both sides until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Rest 1–2 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Make it vegetarian: Use plant-based beef or seasoned black beans.
Go gluten-free: Use almond or cassava tortillas—but handle gently.
Cheese tip: Shred your own for optimal melt—pre-shredded often clumps.
Crisping trick: Mayo on the outside of tortillas = golden perfection.
Double the batch: These go fast. You’ll wish you made more!