Summer Quesadilla Burgers

This post is sponsored by Borden® Cheese

Juicy grilled patties, crispy tortillas, melty Borden® Cheese, and all your favorite toppings come together in these Summer Quesadilla Burgers—a fun, flavor-packed twist on burger night that’s perfect for quick summer meals, cookouts, or even meal-prepped weekday lunch.

Summer cooking in my kitchen is all about ease, bold flavors, and just the right amount of fun. When the temperatures climb, I want recipes that are quick, satisfying, and loaded with melty goodness—the kind that brings everyone running to the table.

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That’s exactly why I love these Summer Quesadilla Burgers—a mouthwatering twist on two beloved classics: juicy burgers and crispy quesadillas.

Borden Cheese Melts are made with real milk and cream, and give you that perfect cheesy bite every single time. 

I love how beautifully they melt, rich and smooth without overpowering the other flavors. You can mix and match cheeses depending on your crew’s preference.

My family likes a little heat, so sometimes I use Borden Pepper Jack Melts. For this batch, I went with the Borden American Melts—and they were a hit!

As someone who cooks daily for a full house, I’m always looking for meals that feel special but don’t require hours in the kitchen.

These quesadilla burgers are perfect for burger night, game day, or even just a fun twist on your weekend menu. There are never any leftovers, just happy faces and full bellies.

Since I work from home, I also love using this recipe for lunch. I’ll grill a batch of patties ahead of time and keep them in the fridge for quick, satisfying weekday meals. It’s an easy way to turn an ordinary lunch break into a little celebration.

If you’re bored with the same burger routine, this is your sign to switch things up. These Summer Quesadilla Burgers are playful, packed with flavor, and guaranteed to impress.

If you make Summer Quesadilla Burgers, please tag me on Instagram @sandraseasycooking and make sure to use hashtag #sandraseasycooking. I would love to see it and share it with my audience, and it is awesome feedback as well.

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KIMCHI BURGER SLIDERS

• Summer is a wonderful time for grilling and enjoying the abundance of fresh produce. While I may not be a big fan of summer in general, I always make the most of it by indulging in delicious grilled meals, going to the pool, or taking a mini vacation close to the beach.

CLASSIC PATTY MELT SANDWICH

• These Classic Patty Melt Sandwiches are so simple, mouthwatering, and extremely easy to make. It is probably one of my favorites just because I absolutely love the combination of beef patty, cheese, and caramelized onions. I mean, who would not love this?! It is a sandwich of my foodie dreams.

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Yield: SERVES 4

Summer Quesadilla Burgers

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Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
• 1 tsp (5 g) salt
• ½ tsp (2 g) black pepper
• ½ tsp (2 g) sweet paprika
• ¼ onion (30 g), chopped
• 2 to 4 slices per burger Borden Cheese Melts, American
• 8 small/or medium flour tortillas
• 8 tbsp (120 g) chili mayo/spicy mayo or guacamole
• 4 tsp (20 ml) olive oil, if cooked in skillet

Optional toppings:

• lettuce, tomato, jalapeños, salsa, Pico De Gallo, guacamole sauce, etc.

Instructions

Step 1:

1. In a bowl, season ground beef with salt, pepper, minced onion, dried parsley and garlic powder. Form into patties. This makes 4 quarter pounder patties.
2. Grill or cook in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (160°F/71°C internal temp).
3. Set aside to rest. I like to make patties the size of my tortilla so you could smash them a bit to make them thinner, but wider, or you can use smaller tortillas.

Step 2:

1. Brush tortillas lightly with olive oil.
2. Spread a thin layer of spicy mayo on one side, then add cheese, one or two slices per tortilla.
3. Add two on each tortilla gives you the ultimate cheesy burger quesadilla..

Step 3:

1. Layer: tortilla, cheese, burger patty, toppings (if using), cheese, and tortilla with a bit of spicy mayo.

Step 4:

1. Place the full quesadilla burger on a grill or skillet over medium heat.
2. Press down gently with a spatula and cook for a minute or so per side, until golden and the cheese is perfectly melty.

Step 5:

1. Slice and serve hot!
2. I like cutting them into halves or quarters—it makes them easy to eat and shareable.
   

Notes

• Use Borden American Melts for that classic gooey flavor, or Pepper Jack for a spicy kick.
• Serve these with tortilla chips, grilled corn, or a crunchy cabbage slaw.
• These reheat surprisingly well in the air fryer—perfect for next-day leftovers.
• Make a batch of burgers ahead and set up a “quesadilla burger bar” for summer parties. Everyone can build their own!
  

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 1073Total Fat: 77gSaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 56gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 1488mgCarbohydrates: 59gFiber: 7gSugar: 14gProtein: 38g

This data was provided and calculated by Nutritionix. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate, but we try our best.

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