Cranberry Brie Turkey Quesadillas with Avocado & Sweet Jalapeños

These crisp, golden quesadillas wrap everything you love about a Thanksgiving sandwich into a cheesy, toasty masterpiece. Featuring gooey brie, tender turkey, cranberry sweetness, creamy avocado, and sweet-spicy candied jalapeños—this recipe is fusion comfort food at its finest.

Why You Will Love This Recipe:

• Combines sweet, savory, creamy, and spicy in one bite
• Takes minutes to make and even less time to devour
• Perfect for using up leftover turkey
• Great for lunch, snacks, or party apps
• Customizable with your favorite cheeses or add-ins

Cranberry Brie Turkey Quesadillas with Avocado & Sweet Jalapeños

This is the kind of recipe that proves the magic happens in the leftovers. Inspired by the holiday sandwich but reborn in quesadilla form, this Cranberry Brie Turkey Quesadilla is packed with festive flair—and best of all, it’s ready in minutes.

The creamy brie melts like a dream, mingling with roast turkey, silky avocado, a touch of tart cranberry, and just enough candied jalapeños to wake up your taste buds. All that goodness gets sealed inside two crispy golden tortillas. It’s cozy, sweet, spicy, and indulgent in all the right ways.

Brie is a star in this recipe. Its rich, buttery texture is the perfect match for tangy cranberry sauce and smoky turkey. And if you’ve never tried candied jalapeños? Get ready—they bring sweet heat that elevates this simple dish into something that tastes restaurant-worthy.

Think of this as a next-level grilled cheese, with grown-up ingredients and a gourmet twist. It’s quick, easy, and feels special. Great for a quiet solo meal or impressing your friends at brunch.

It’s also totally customizable. Use shredded rotisserie chicken if you’re out of turkey. Sub goat cheese or sharp white cheddar for a flavor shift. Toss in a few greens or caramelized onions. Anything goes, as long as it melts.

With no complicated steps and minimal cleanup, this recipe fits beautifully into busy schedules. But the result? Pure comfort in every bite.

Servings: 2 servings

Time:

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 minutes
• Total Time: 13 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 large flour tortillas
• 3 oz brie cheese, thinly sliced (rind removed if preferred)
• 4 oz cooked turkey breast, shredded or sliced
• 1 tablespoon cranberry sauce (or jalapeño cranberry sauce)
• 1/4 avocado, sliced thin
• 2 tablespoons candied jalapeños, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
• Cooking spray or neutral oil

Instructions:

1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with oil or cooking spray.
2. Place one tortilla in the skillet. On half of it, layer half the brie slices, followed by turkey, cranberry sauce, avocado, candied jalapeños, cilantro, and then the remaining brie.
3. Fold the tortilla in half to cover the fillings.
4. Cook for 2-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the tortilla is golden brown and crisp, and the cheese has fully melted.
5. Remove from heat, let rest 1 minute, then slice into wedges and serve.

Tips:

• Don’t overload the quesadilla—thin layers melt and crisp better.
• Use a nonstick skillet or griddle for best results.
• Serve with a side of extra cranberry sauce or sour cream for dipping.
• Can be made ahead and reheated in a toaster oven or skillet.