Here’s a Blackstone Cheeseburger Quesadilla recipe — perfect for your griddle! It’s everything you love about a juicy cheeseburger, stuffed into a crispy, cheesy quesadilla. Ideal for camping, tailgating, or easy weeknight dinners.
🔥 Blackstone Cheeseburger Quesadilla
🍽️ Servings: 4
⏱️ Total Time: 25–30 minutes
🍳 Equipment: Blackstone griddle or any flat-top grill (can also use a large skillet)
📝 Ingredients
For the Cheeseburger Filling:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for flavor)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- ½ small onion, finely diced (optional)
- Pickles, chopped or sliced (optional but classic)
For the Quesadillas:
- 4 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
- 1½–2 cups shredded cheddar or American cheese (or blend)
- Butter or oil for grilling
- Burger sauce (see below) or condiments of choice
🍔 Optional Burger Sauce (Copycat “Smash Sauce”)
Mix:
- ¼ cup mayo
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1 tsp relish or chopped pickles
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat the Blackstone
- Heat your Blackstone griddle to medium heat (about 375°F–400°F).
2. Cook the Beef
- Add a little oil to the griddle.
- Add ground beef and diced onions.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Cook until fully browned, then stir in ketchup and mustard.
- Mix well and cook for another minute. Move to the cool side of the griddle.
3. Assemble the Quesadillas
For each quesadilla:
- Lay a tortilla on the griddle (or a cutting board).
- Sprinkle cheese on one half of the tortilla.
- Add a layer of cooked beef mixture.
- Add pickles, more cheese, and a drizzle of burger sauce if using.
- Fold the tortilla over to form a half-moon shape.
4. Grill the Quesadillas
- Lightly butter the outside of the tortilla or the griddle surface.
- Grill each quesadilla for 2–3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden brown and crispy with melty cheese.
5. Serve
- Let rest for 1–2 minutes.
- Slice into wedges.
- Serve with extra burger sauce, ketchup, mustard, or dipping sauce.
🧠 FAQs
❓ Can I use pre-cooked ground beef?
Yes, leftover burger patties or cooked beef can be chopped and seasoned to save time.
❓ What cheese works best?
- American cheese for that classic burger taste
- Cheddar or Colby Jack for sharpness and melt
- A mix of cheddar and mozzarella works well too
❓ Can I make this in a skillet?
Absolutely. Use a large skillet over medium heat. Follow the same steps — just flip carefully and cook both sides until golden.
❓ Can I add extras like bacon or jalapeños?
Yes! Cooked bacon, sautéed mushrooms, jalapeños, or even caramelized onions make great additions.
Would you like a printable version, double smashburger-style variation, or a low-carb tortilla alternative?