Keto Strawberry Cheesecake Quesadillas 🍓🧀

Low-Carb, High-Protein & Sugar-Free Dessert

Enjoy all the delicious flavors of strawberry cheesecake in a crispy, golden quesadilla! This keto-friendly version uses low-carb tortillas, creamy cottage cheese, and fresh strawberries for a sweet dessert without the extra sugar.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6–8 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

For the Cheesecake Filling

• ½ cup full-fat cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons powdered monk fruit or erythritol
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

For the Strawberry Filling

• ⅓ cup fresh strawberries, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional)
• ½ teaspoon lemon juice

For the Quesadillas

• 2 medium keto-friendly low-carb tortillas
• 1 teaspoon butter for cooking
• 1 tablespoon powdered keto sweetener for dusting

Instructions

1. Prepare the strawberries

• Wash and finely dice the strawberries.
• Pat them dry with paper towels.
• Mix with lemon juice and chia seeds.
• Set aside for 5 minutes.

2. Make the cheesecake filling

• Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
• Add Greek yogurt, powdered sweetener, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
• Mix until creamy and fluffy.

3. Assemble the quesadillas

• Lay one low-carb tortilla flat.
• Spread half of the cheesecake mixture over one half.
• Add half of the diced strawberries.
• Fold the tortilla in half.
• Repeat with the second tortilla.

4. Cook until golden

• Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
• Add a little butter.
• Place the folded quesadillas in the skillet.
• Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
• Avoid high heat so the filling warms without burning the tortillas.

5. Slice and serve

• Remove from the skillet and let rest for 2 minutes.
• Cut each quesadilla into 3 triangles.
• Sprinkle with powdered keto sweetener.
• Serve warm and enjoy!

Approximate Nutrition

Keto-friendly

Per serving (½ recipe), estimates depend on tortilla and cream cheese brands.

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	290 kcal
Protein	14 g
Total Carbs	15 g
Fiber	9 g
Net Carbs	6 g
Fat	21 g

Weight-Loss Tips

• Use reduced-fat cream cheese to lower calories.
• Choose high-protein, low-carb tortillas.
• Keep strawberries measured because they contain natural sugars.
• Use a calorie-free sweetener instead of sugar.
• Avoid adding honey, jam, or regular powdered sugar.

Extra protein tip: Add 2 tablespoons of blended cottage cheese to the cheesecake filling for more protein and a creamy texture.

Result: Crispy outside, creamy cheesecake inside, juicy strawberries in every bite! 🍓