Have fun with Halloween dinner in just a few minutes—and get the kids fed before the festivities—with this easy pumpkin quesadilla. You can cut out the jack-o-lantern however you like and have this easy kids meal ready in minutes!

pumpkin quesadilla on plate with raspberries

Halloween Dinner

Whenever a holiday comes around, I feel like the internet explodes with ideas that always look a little too complicated for me. With three kids usually in close proximity, I’m more of the “give me the easiest thing possible!” mentality.

Which brings me to: Halloween quesadillas!

These are a fun Halloween dinner (or lunch!), they take just a few minutes to make, and they’re super versatile.

I even sometimes like to add a thin layer of actual pumpkin to add in some flavor and veggies.

Ingredients You Need

To make this recipe you’ll need:

Tortillas
Shredded cheese
Cumin
Pumpkin puree (optional)

TIP: Tortillas labeled “soft” will work best here as they are easy to cut and also easy for the kids to chew.

Step 1

Place one tortilla onto a cutting board. Use a small knife to cut out a jack-o-lantern shape.

Step 2

Spread on a thin layer of pumpkin puree (or sweet potato puree) if using. Sprinkle with cumin and top with shredded cheese.

Step 3

Place tortilla into a pan set over medium heat. Top with the cut out tortilla and press down slightly. Cover and cook.

When the cheese is melted, it’s ready!

TIP: I don’t flip it over since I don’t want the cheese to melt into the pan, but instead just press the tortillas together with light pressure.

Other Halloween Dinners You May Like

Here are a few of our other favorite easy dinners for Halloween that may come in handy. (They also work for lunch, of course.)

One-Pot Broccoli Mac and Cheese

The method on this recipe is streamlined to cut down on dish washing. Add the optional spices for more flavor if you like! Double it to make more.

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Favorite Alphabet Soup

You can use ABC pasta, orzo, pastina, or ditalini—or any other very small pasta shape in this Alphabet Soup recipe. And you can start with fresh or frozen veggies. See below for options.

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Easy Spinach Grilled Cheese

You can also do this with full size spinach if that's what you're able to find. Just discard any stems before starting the recipe.

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Favorite Spinach Eggs (Green Eggs Recipe)

Packed with spinach (and iron!), these bright green eggs are fun and delicious. You can serve them as you would scrambled eggs, or use in a breakfast burrito or egg sandwich.

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spinach eggs on two plates on countertop.

Sheet Pan Black Bean Quesadillas

These easy quesadillas can be made with pumpkin puree, sweet potato puree, or butternut squash puree. You can also skip it and just go with beans and cheese! I make these as half moon shapes since it helps contain the mess a little when feeding these to kids.

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Quick Cottage Cheese Pancakes

These 4 ingredient pancakes are packed with nutrients and are so yummy. Double the ingredients to make a larger batch to feed a family of four as this recipe is on the smaller side.

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Easy Spinach Quesadillas

You can also do this with full size spinach if that’s what you’re able to find. Just discard any stems before starting the recipe.

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Best Tips for Success

Tortillas labeled “soft” are easiest to cut and easiest for little kids to chew.
Spread on a thin layer of pumpkin or sweet potato puree to add flavor and veggies.
Cut up and serve with salsa or guacamole if desired.
Add some beans or shredded chicken if you’d like.
Let the kids help make them!

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I’d love to hear your feedback on this recipe if you try it, so please comment below to share!

5-Minute Halloween Dinner: Pumpkin Quesadilla

Have fun with Halloween dinner in just a few minutes—and get the kids fed before the festivities—with this easy pumpkin quesadilla. (It also works for lunch too!)

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5 from 1 vote

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 3

Total Time 5

Author Amy Palanjian

Cuisine American

Course Dinner

Calories 386kcal

Servings 2 -4

Ingredients

▢ 4 small whole wheat tortillas (look for "soft" on the label)
▢ 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree (or sweet potato puree; optional but recommended)
▢ 1/4 teaspoon cumin
▢ 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
▢ salsa, sour cream, and/or guacamole as desired

Instructions

Place two tortillas onto a cutting board. Use a small knife to cut out a face to look like a jack-o-lantern. (Discard the scraps.)
Place the remaining two tortillas on a clean surface. Spread on the pumpkin puree, cumin, and cheese, spreading evenly about to the edge. Top with the cut out tortillas.
Place the quesadillas into a nonstick pan set over medium heat. (You'll likely need to do one at a time.) Cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese is melty and the tortillas are warm. Press the top tortilla down a little to make sure it's secure on the cheese.
Serve warm, cut into pieces as needed, with salsa, sour cream, and/or guacamole as desired.

Equipment

Notes

Tortillas labeled “soft” are easiest to cut and easiest for little kids to chew.
Spread on a thin layer of pumpkin or sweet potato puree to add flavor and veggies.
Cut up and serve with salsa or guacamole if desired.
Add some beans or shredded chicken if you’d like.
Let the kids help make them!

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadilla, Calories: 386kcal, Carbohydrates: 47g, Protein: 15g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 30mg, Sodium: 749mg, Potassium: 63mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 2621IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 373mg, Iron: 3mg

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