Salvadoran Quesadilla Wrapped Up: A Sweet & Cheesy Delight
A traditional Salvadoran dessert made with rice flour, cheese, and sesame seeds, perfect for a sweet treat with a unique texture.
Equipment
- Oven or George Foreman Grill
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or spoon
- Baking dish or tray
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups rice flour
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 1 ½ cups queso duro blando or any hard cheese
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ¼ cup sesame seeds
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine rice flour, sugar, and baking powder.
- Add the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth.
- Stir in the crumbled queso duro blando.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and top with sesame seeds.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Optional: Finish by grilling the quesadilla for a crispy outer layer.
- Slice and serve warm!
Notes
For a lower-carb alternative, substitute rice flour with almond flour. To make the quesadilla crispier, finish it on a George Foreman Grill or use an oven with a broiler setting.