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Salvadorean Quesadilla

Cultural Context

Originating from El Salvador, Quesadilla is a traditional dessert that reflects the country's culinary heritage. It's a sweet, cheesy cake often enjoyed during celebrations and gatherings. In modern times, variations have emerged, with different fillings and toppings, making it a beloved treat both locally and among Salvadoran communities abroad.

SalvadoranSVdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 cup milk
2 eggs
2 tablespoons baking powder
8 oz Parmesan cheese
8 oz cream
8 oz margarine
sesame seeds

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor while being lower in fat.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

In a mixing bowl, combine margarine, sugar, milk, Parmesan cheese, cream, baking powder, and eggs.

3

Mix the ingredients for about a minute using an electric mixer.

4

Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the mixture and mix until combined.

5

Grease two round baking pans with butter.

6

Pour half of the batter into one baking pan and half into the other.

7

Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the batter in both pans.

8

Bake in the oven for 50 minutes or until golden brown.

9

Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlelectric mixerround baking pansoven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairyeggs

Also Known As

Quesadilla Salvadoreña

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