These Maple Bacon Cheeseburger Quesadillas, sweet and smoky and cheesy, and probably easy to make at home, are going to grab you by your heartstrings if you’re into burgers but want that cheesy quesadilla goodness. They’re the ultimate fusion because they mix up a whole load of my favorite things-crispy bacon, melted cheese, seasoned beef, and that sweet pop of maple syrup that ties it all together.

What are Maple Bacon Cheeseburger Quesadillas All About?

Maple Bacon Cheeseburger Quesadillas, believe it or not, are a fancy new treat with cheap twists on American candy. Imagine combining both together with seasoned ground beef, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and melted mozzarella shmoozed between tortillas, cooked to golden and crunchy. It imparts the sweet flavor that equally counterbalances the smoky bacon and savory beef. Comfort food plus a twist, and you don’t even need a grill!

Ingredients

For the filling:

1 lb ground beef
6 slices of bacon, cooked and chopped
1 small onion, diced
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp mustard
1 tbsp maple syrup
Salt and pepper to taste

For assembling:

4 large flour tortillas
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tbsp butter (for cooking)

Instructions

Fry bacon slices until they are crispy in a pan. When done, chop them and set them aside.
In the meantime, heat the oil in the pan and gently sauté the onion until it becomes soft.
Add in ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
Now it’s time for the additions that make it really special: combine the ketchup, mustard, and maple syrup, and stir.
Butter one side of each tortilla. Place butter-side down in a clean skillet.
Sprinkle cheese, add beef mixture, and bacon. Top this with another tortilla.
Cook the quesadilla on medium heat till golden on the bottom. Carefully flip and cook on the other side till golden, and the cheese is totally melted.
Slice into portions and serve hot.

Storage Tips

Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
For the best crispness, reheat in the frying pan or oven; it’s less crunchy or chewy in the microwave.
Mr. Holmes-Frost-Cold baked the quesadillas on a baking sheet for about 2 months.

Serving Suggestions

The sour cream accompanies guacamole or sassy salsa.
One can also have fries or a simple salad on the side for a complete meal.
And if you want that sweet factor with the savory, make sure you drizzle some extra maple syrup.

Pro Tips & Variations

Jumping ground beef for turkey or chicken for a lighter, heavy-eater-friendly version will work as well.
For a change and to throw in some heat, try playing with some pepper jack cheese.
Pick: Throw in some jalapeños or pickles for a twist in crunch and tartness.
If you like a more smoky flavor, try swapping the ketchup for BBQ sauce.

FAQs

1. Are these quesadillas spicy?

Not at all! They can be spiced up, though, with the addition of some hot sauce or jalapeños if you like heat.

2. Can this be made without bacon?

Yes, just leave it out, or use turkey bacon to lighten the load.

3. What cheese would be good?

Cheddar and mozzarella would be my favorites, but any melting cheese will do well: Monterey Jack, for instance.

4. Are they gluten-free?

Yes, you can use gluten-free tortillas.

Try It!

The Maple Bacon Cheeseburger Quesadillas encompass everything that you adore about burgers and quesadillas, all wrapped up in one cheesy, crispy, and flavor-packed bite; They are sufficiently easy to whip up for a weeknight dinner yet fancy enough to wow your friends and family. Try these out-you’ll definitely want to do them over and over again!