Breakfast Quesadilla (2024)

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by Lisa Longley

posted: 06/19/24

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by Lisa Longley

posted: 06/19/24

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This Breakfast Quesadilla is going to be your new favorite. With its secret sauce, it is the best breakfast around.

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Quesadillas are a favorite in our house. One of the things that makes them over the top good is my quesadilla sauce that I use in both our Beef Quesadillas and our Chicken Quesadillas.

In this great Breakfast Quesadilla recipe, I make a spin on that sauce. Then we throw in some cooked bacon, scrambled eggs, and a whole lot of cheese. The result is these filling and absolutely delicious quesadillas that are perfect for breakfast but will also be a big hit at dinner!

How to Make a Breakfast Quesadilla

Here is a brief overview of making easy breakfast quesadillas. For the full recipe and measurements, see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

Make the sauce. Whisk together the mayonnaise, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper and set aside.
Prepare the eggs. Whisk together the eggs and milk in a large bowl. Melt butter in a large skillet. Add the egg mixture to the pan and scramble them. Remove from the pan.
Build your quesadilla. Place a large, clean skillet over low heat. Spray a little cooking spray and layer a tortilla (mayo side up), cheese, eggs, cooked bacon, and a little more cheese. Fold the tortilla over on itself.

The Best Cheese for Quesadillas

The key to choosing cheese for any quesadilla recipe is to use one that melts well. Colby Jack cheese is one that works very well and that my family loves. Cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack are also great melting cheeses.

Shredding Cheese

While we are on the subject of cheese, let’s talk about why it is so important to shred your own cheese. This is always true, but it is especially true for recipes where melty cheese is the star of the show.

While you might be tempted to buy pre-shredded cheese, they are coated in preservatives. Those preservatives keep the shreds from clumping together in the bag at the store, but they also keep the cheese from melting well. It is well worth the extra five minutes to shred your cheese for this recipe.

Seasoning for Breakfast Quesadilla

The blend of spices for the sauce in this recipe adds a kick of flavor that makes the quesadilla so delicious without being spicy. The small blend of spices is composed of common seasonings that are probably already in your pantry.

If you want to skip measuring each of the spices, you can replace it with two teaspoons of my Homemade Taco Seasoning. It can be used in so many different ways and recipes, I recommend keeping it on hand.

Homemade Taco Seasoning

This Homemade Taco Seasoning comes together fast with measurements for one pound of meat or for a whole container to keep in your pantry. Make it extra spicy or keep it mild. We use this recipe weekly!

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Cooking Bacon

To speed things up a little and make this recipe a little easier, cook your bacon in the air fryer. Air Fryer Bacon is so quick to make, and makes for less mess. I love cooking bacon in the air fryer!

Air Fryer Bacon

Air Fryer Bacon is so easy to make! No splatter of grease and no bacon cooking in fat. You will never make bacon another way again!

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Tips and Variations

Change up the meat. Not big on bacon? Use breakfast sausage or ham in addition to or instead of bacon.
Add some veggies. Sautéed onions, mushrooms, and bell peppers add a fajita kick. Black beans or corn are another great way to stretch this meal further and get more than 4 quesadillas out of this recipe.
Experiment with different cheeses. See above for which cheese is best for quesadillas.

How to Serve

I love dipping these in my homemade pico de gallo. It is what you see pictured here and it is perfection. Salsa, sour cream, or guacamole are also fantastic toppings for this delicious recipe.

The Best Pico de Gallo Recipe

Whether it’s Taco Tuesday or Taco Any day, you need The Best Pico de Gallo recipe! This recipe comes together with just a few fresh ingredients and is perfect for eating with chips or on top of chicken tacos!

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Storing and Reheating

This recipe is best enjoyed fresh. To save some time on prep, make the sauce and bacon ahead of time. The quesadillas can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat by placing in a skillet on medium heat until heated through. Use your best judgment when reheating leftovers.

FAQ

Is this gluten-free?

If you use gluten-free tortillas, this recipe contains no gluten.

Can this be made dairy-free?

Yes! Use oil instead of butter and skip the cheese. Use a milk alternative to prep the eggs, or just whisk them by themselves.

How can I make these quesadillas vegetarian?

To make this recipe vegetarian, skip the bacon or use a soy based bacon. Another great option would be to use some soy chorizo crumbles in place of the bacon.

Other Easy Breakfast Recipes

Homemade Granola Recipe
Breakfast Sliders Recipe
Ham and Cheese Quiche

If you make this easy Breakfast Quesadilla recipe or any of my other recipes, please leave me a comment and let me know what you think.

5 from 2 votes