Pecan Havarti Quesadilla with Pear Preserves

Elevate your snack game with this Pecan Havarti Quesadilla with Pear Preserves—a sweet and savory masterpiece perfect for brunch, appetizers, or a quick gourmet bite. This unique recipe combines the creamy richness of melted Havarti cheese with the nutty crunch of toasted pecans, all balanced by the subtle sweetness of pear preserves. Encased in golden, buttery flour tortillas, each wedge is packed with flavor and texture. Optional fresh thyme garnish adds a hint of herbal freshness, making it an elegant yet easy dish to impress. Ready in under 20 minutes, this quesadilla is a delightful fusion of gourmet elements and comfort food simplicity.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 large Flour tortillas
• 1 cup Havarti cheese, shredded
• 0.33 cup Pecans, chopped and toasted
• 0.25 cup Pear preserves
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped pecans and toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 2

Place one of the tortillas on a clean surface. Spread an even layer of shredded Havarti cheese over half of the tortilla.

Step 3

Sprinkle the toasted pecans over the cheese layer, ensuring they are distributed evenly.

Step 4

Drizzle or dollop the pear preserves over the pecans. Use the back of a spoon to spread it gently for even coverage.

Step 5

Fold the tortilla in half to create a semi-circle, with the fillings enclosed inside. Repeat the process with the second tortilla to make another quesadilla.

Step 6

Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and allow it to melt, swirling it to coat the pan evenly.

Step 7

Place one quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is fully melted. Remove from the pan and keep warm. Repeat with the second quesadilla, adding the remaining butter as needed.

Step 8

Slice the quesadillas into wedges and transfer to a serving plate.

Step 9

Optionally, garnish with fresh thyme leaves before serving. Enjoy warm as a snack, appetizer, or light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(317.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1320.3

Total Fat 96.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 182mg	0%
Sodium 1355.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.5g	0%
Total Sugars 37.0g
Protein 39.1g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 975.6mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 269.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.5%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 25.0%