Eggs and Cheese Quesadilla

Scrambled eggs and melted cheese folded into a tortilla for a quick, satisfying breakfast that's ready in under 10 minutes.

⏱ Time: 10 minutes

🍽 Servings: 1

⭐ Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• 2 large eggs
• 1 medium flour tortilla
• ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Colby Jack, or mozzarella)
• Butter or oil, for the pan
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Crack the eggs into a small bowl and whisk with a pinch of salt and pepper.
2. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or oil.
3. Pour in the eggs and gently scramble until just set. Remove the eggs from the skillet and set aside.
4. Return the skillet to medium heat and place the tortilla flat in the pan.
5. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over one half of the tortilla.
6. Spread the scrambled eggs over the cheese, then top with the remaining cheese.
7. Fold the tortilla in half and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese has melted.
8. Let the quesadilla cool for 1 minute, then slice and serve.

Quick Notes

• Cook over medium-low heat for a softer quesadilla.
• Lightly butter the outside of the tortilla before flipping for extra crispy edges.
• Add diced peppers, spinach, mushrooms, or cooked bacon if desired.
• Double the recipe easily for two servings.
• Serve with salsa, hot sauce, avocado, or sour cream if you like.