Air Fryer Quesadillas
Ready in about 12 minutes.
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Crisp tortillas with gooey melted cheese and endless filling options. An ultra-fast lunch, snack or lazy dinner.
Written for 2. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 4 tortillas
- 150 g grated cheese
- Optional fillings such as cooked chicken, peppers or beans
Method
- 1Scatter cheese and any fillings over half of each tortilla, then fold over.
- 2Preheat the air fryer to 180°C / 350°F.
- 3Air fry for 3-4 minutes, then flip and cook 3-4 minutes more until crisp and melted.
- 4Slice and serve.
Tips for the best results
- Do not overfill or the cheese leaks out.
- Use toothpicks if needed to help them hold their shape.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer quesadillas steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the flip halfway, which leaves one side pale.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer quesadillas?
A typical starting point is 180°C / 350°F for 6-8 min, flip halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer quesadillas ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer quesadillas serve?
This recipe is written for 2. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.