Quesadilla Salvadoreña Recipe | Salvadorean Sweet Cheese Cake

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds sweetness with a different flavor profile.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and adds a nutty flavor.

Grate half of the sharp cheddar cheese and set aside.

Separate the egg whites from the yolks of 3 eggs, beating the whites until fluffy.

Measure out 113 grams of salted butter and add it to a mixing bowl.

Add 3/4 cup of thickened cream to the butter in the mixing bowl.

Add 1 cup of sugar to the mixture and mix well.

Slowly add 1 cup of self-raising flour to the mixture while mixing.

If not using self-raising flour, add baking powder at this stage.

Combine the egg whites gently with the mixture without overmixing.

Prepare a baking pan by greasing it with butter.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).

Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the batter before baking.

Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and golden brown, checking occasionally without opening the oven door.

Once baked, allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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