Air Fryer Cheeseburger Quesadillas

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Intro

Cheeseburger quesadillas are a fun mashup of two comfort food favorites—juicy cheeseburgers and cheesy quesadillas! This recipe gives you all the flavors of a classic burger—seasoned beef, melty cheese, and toppings—tucked inside golden, crispy tortillas. Using the air fryer makes them extra crispy without needing oil, and they cook in just minutes. Perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or even party snack.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 22 minutes

Servings: 4 quesadillas (serves 4–6 depending on size)

Ingredients

1 lb (450g) ground beef (or ground turkey)

1 small onion, finely diced

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp ketchup or burger sauce

Salt & pepper to taste

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheddar + mozzarella mix)

4 large flour tortillas (8–10 inch)

1 cup toppings (pickles, tomatoes, jalapeños, or cooked bacon – optional)

Cooking spray or a little melted butter (for brushing tortillas)

Instructions

Cook the Beef:

In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned (5–6 minutes).

Add onion, garlic, Worcestershire, ketchup, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook another 2 minutes.

Remove from heat and let it slightly cool.

Assemble Quesadillas:

Place a tortilla on a flat surface.

Sprinkle cheese on half of the tortilla.

Spoon some beef mixture over the cheese.

Add extra toppings (pickles, tomatoes, or bacon) if desired.

Top with more cheese, then fold the tortilla in half.

Repeat with remaining tortillas.

Air Fry:

Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.

Lightly brush tortillas with melted butter or spray with cooking spray.

Tips & Variations

Use pepper jack cheese for a spicy kick.

Add sautéed mushrooms or caramelized onions for a gourmet twist.

For a lower-carb version, use low-carb tortillas.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in air fryer for 3–4 minutes at 350°F.