Pepperoni Pizza Quesadillas

These Pepperoni Pizza Quesadillas are a fun, cheesy twist on pizza that’s ready in just 15 minutes. Crispy tortillas are filled with gooey mozzarella, spicy pepperoni, and pizza sauce—perfect for lunch, dinner, or an easy snack.

Ingredients

• 4 large flour tortillas
• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• 24–30 pepperoni slices
• ½ cup pizza sauce, plus extra for dipping
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil

Optional Toppings

• Sliced black olives
• Diced bell peppers
• Sliced mushrooms
• Red onion
• Crushed red pepper flakes
• Fresh basil

Instructions

1. Spread 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce over half of each tortilla.
2. Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar evenly over the sauce.
3. Arrange the pepperoni slices on top and sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
4. Add any optional toppings if desired.
5. Fold each tortilla in half to make a half-moon.
6. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with butter or olive oil.
7. Cook each quesadilla for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
8. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 1 minute.
9. Slice into wedges and serve with warm pizza sauce for dipping.

Serving Suggestions

• Caesar salad
• Garlic bread
• Marinara or ranch dipping sauce
• Fresh fruit or veggie sticks

Tips

• Use freshly shredded mozzarella for the best melt.
• Cook over medium heat so the tortilla crisps without burning.
• Add cooked Italian sausage or grilled chicken for extra protein.
• Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat in a skillet or air fryer for a crispy finish.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4