Air Fryer Mini Quesadillas Recipe

Learn how to make the best homemade air fryer mini quesadillas with this easy baking recipe! These crispy, cheese-filled bites require minimal effort and cook in minutes. Perfect for quick appetizers or kid-friendly snacks, these quesadillas deliver restaurant-quality results with foolproof air frying technique.

Difficulty:

Beginner

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

6 mins

Serves:

12 mini quesadillas

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">6 small flour tortillas (15cm diameter)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">180g shredded cheese blend (Mexican-style or cheddar and monterey jack)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">60g diced bell peppers (red, green, or mix)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">2 green onions, finely sliced</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 small jalapeño, seeds removed and finely diced (optional)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">15g fresh cilantro, chopped</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1/2 tsp ground cumin</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1/4 tsp garlic powder</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Cooking spray or olive oil in a spritzer</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">For serving: sour cream, guacamole, salsa</li></ul>

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

🍽️ Serving Size: 1 serving

🔥 Calories: 120 calories

🥑 Fat: 6 g

🧈 Saturated Fat: 3 g

🍞 Carbohydrates: 12 g

🍭 Sugar: 0 g

🍗 Protein: 5 g

🫀 Cholesterol: 15 mg

🧂 Sodium: 210 mg

Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">Air fryer</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Sharp knife</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Pizza cutter or kitchen scissors</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Prepare your ingredients by shredding the cheese if not already shredded, and finely dicing the bell peppers, green onions, and jalapeño (if using). Combining the vegetables with the chopped cilantro, cumin, and garlic powder in a small bowl creates an evenly distributed flavor base for your quesadillas.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>Lay out your tortillas on a clean work surface. You'll be making full-sized quesadillas first, then cutting them into mini portions. Sprinkle about 30g of cheese over half of each tortilla, ensuring you leave about 1cm border around the edge (this prevents cheese from leaking during cooking).</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>Distribute the vegetable mixture evenly over the cheese on each tortilla. The heat from the melting cheese will slightly cook these vegetables, enhancing their flavor while maintaining their texture. Add another sprinkle of cheese (about 10g) on top of the vegetables – this second layer of cheese acts as "glue" to keep everything together.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Fold each tortilla in half to create a half-moon shape, pressing down gently to seal. Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut each half-moon into 2 smaller triangles. You should now have 12 mini quesadilla triangles ready for cooking.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Preheat your air fryer to 180°C for 2-3 minutes. This preheating step is crucial for achieving that perfect crisp exterior. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or a spritz of olive oil to prevent sticking.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Place the mini quesadillas in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they don't overlap (you'll likely need to cook in batches). Leave small spaces between each piece to allow hot air circulation, which is essential for even crisping. Lightly spray or brush the tops with a small amount of oil.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>Cook at 180°C for 3-4 minutes, then flip each quesadilla and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Watch carefully during the last minute as the cheese inside reaches its optimal melting point – you want the exterior crisp but not burnt, and the cheese fully melted but not leaking excessively.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 8</h4>Remove the quesadillas from the air fryer and let them rest for 1 minute. This brief resting period allows the cheese to set slightly, making them easier to handle and preventing burnt mouths! Serve immediately with small bowls of sour cream, guacamole, and salsa for dipping. The contrast between the crispy, warm quesadillas and cool, creamy dips creates a delightful eating experience.</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Air Fryer Mini Quesadillas Recipe?

This recipe uses flour tortillas, shredded cheese blend, diced bell peppers, green onions, jalapeño (optional), fresh cilantro, cumin, garlic powder, and cooking spray. Serve with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa for dipping.

How to cook Air Fryer Mini Quesadillas Recipe at home?

Learn how to cook Air Fryer Mini Quesadillas by layering cheese and vegetables on half a tortilla, folding it closed, cutting into triangles, and air frying at 180°C for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. This method creates perfectly melted cheese pockets with a crispy exterior without the need for excessive oil.

Can I make these quesadillas with corn tortillas instead of flour?

Yes, corn tortillas work well but require different handling. Warm them first to prevent cracking when folding, use slightly less filling, and reduce cooking time by about 30 seconds. The result will have a more authentic Mexican flavour with a different texture.

What's the ideal cheese for achieving that perfect stretchy pull in air fryer quesadillas?

For the ultimate cheese pull, use a combination of mozzarella for stretchiness and medium cheddar or monterey jack for flavour. Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that may affect melting, so freshly grated cheese yields the best, gooiest results.

How can I prevent my air fryer quesadillas from getting soggy?

To maintain crispiness, avoid overstuffing with wet ingredients, leave a border around edges to prevent leakage, preheat your air fryer thoroughly, cook in a single layer with space between pieces, and let them rest for 1-2 minutes after cooking to allow steam to escape.

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