Air Fryer Mini Pepperoni Quesadillas are very crispy. It is very quick to make these quesadillas, as they get prepared in 16 minutes. These quesadillas contain flour tortillas, pepperoni slices, mozzarella cheese shreds, olive oil, cheddar cheese shreds, & Italian seasoning. These are very simple items that you can get easily. They have two different kinds of cheese, so either use the vegan cheese or don’t make them if you are allergic to dairy. These are very flavorful, and you can prepare them for game day or as an appetizer for some event. Serve them with garden salad, garlic aioli, or iced tea. Air Fryer Mini Pepperoni Quesadillas store well in a nice way, and their texture and taste remain the same.
STATS:
- No of calories: 290 kcal
- Duration for Preparation: Ten minutes
- Duration for Cooking: Six minutes
- Whole Duration: 16 minutes
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Course: Appetizer
- Diet: High-Protein
- Serving Size: 2 mini quesadillas
- Serving: 1
EQUIPMENT:
- Air fryer
- Pizza cutter
- Mixing bowl
- Cutting board
- Silicone brush
INGREDIENTS:
- 4 small flour tortillas
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shreds
- ½ cup cheddar cheese shreds
- 24 pepperoni slices
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- ½ tsp. Italian seasoning
INGREDIENT NOTES:
SMALL FLOUR TORTILLAS:
- Small flour tortillas are utilized to prepare these quesadillas. They will help to form the perfect portions and crisp up in a nice way in the air fryer. Use the whole wheat tortillas instead for this purpose to provide more fiber content.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- Use the mozzarella cheese to make them. It is better to shred them fresh so it melt nicely & offer a light, chessy taste. It also helps to bind the filing with each other.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- Cheddar cheese will provide the sharp taste and richness in these quesadillas. You can use the sharp or medium cheddar cheese to provide a nice taste in them. Use the fresh cheddar shreds for the good texture.
PEPPERONI SLICES:
- Use the classic pepperoni slices to provide the savory taste and light crisp texture. Utilize the turkey pepperoni as a substitute to make them light.
OLIVE OIL:
- Use the olive oil to make the golden and crisp tortillas. Use in the cooking spray form as it is easier.
ITALIAN SEASONING:
- Use the Italian seasoning to provide the herbs’ aroma and taste. It will nicely balance the cheese & pepperoni slices.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, pre-heat the air fryer for three minutes at 190° C.
- Put the tortillas on board & include the cheddar & mozzarella on them.
- Then add the pepperoni slices on the cheese, and then sprinkle the Italian seasoning on them.
- Now add the other tortillas on top and apply the olive oil to each quesadilla.
- Then put them in the basket and air fries them for five to six minutes.
- Then change the side and cook till the cheese melts properly and they get golden nicely.
- Leave them for one to two minutes, slice them if required, and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
DIPPING SAUCE:
- Marinara Sauce
- Ranch Dressing
- Garlic Aioli
- Pizza Sauce
FRESH SIDES:
- Garden Salad
- Cucumber Sticks
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Celery Sticks
PANTRY SNACKS:
- Mozzarella Sticks
- Chicken Wings
- Jalapeño Poppers
- Garlic Knots
BEVERAGES:
- Sparkling Water
- Lemonade
- Iced Tea
- Cola
TIPS:
- Prevent overfilling the tortillas, or the cheese will leak in the basket.
- Cook the quesadillas in batches if the basket is small to crisp them nicely.
- You can include the bell peppers or olives to make them more flavorful.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Include the cooled quesadillas in vessel & store for two days.
FREEZER:
- Cover them with plastic wrap and freeze for 2 months.
FAQs:
Will I utilize the corn tortillas to make them?
- Yes, you can utilize the corn tortillas to prepare them, but they are very elusive, so handle them gently.
Can I prepare them in advance?
- Yes, there is no issue in preparing them in advance. Assemble them and store in the fridge, and cook fresh when required.
Which other kind of cheese is good for making these quesadillas?
- Use the provolone or jack cheese to make them; they are the best for this purpose.
Will I include some vegetables in these quesadillas?
- Yes, utilize mushrooms, bell pepper, onions, or olives in these quesadillas to make them.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 290 kcal
Net Carbs: 18 g
Total Carbs: 20 g
Fiber: 2 g
Serving Size: 2 mini quesadillas
Protein: 16 g
Fat: 16 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Serving: 1
Calcium: 0.32 g
Iron: 0.002 g
Vitamin A: 0.00012 g
Potassium: 0.18 g