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Air Fryer Ham and Cheese Omelet
The secret to skipping the stovetop flip is baking your eggs directly in the air fryer. Whisking them with a splash of milk and a dash of hot sauce creates a fluffy, flavorful base that puffs up beautifully in a small cake pan. Melted Colby jack cheese and savory shaved deli ham make this a comforting morning staple. You'll get a hot, satisfying breakfast without standing over a skillet, leaving you free to pour your coffee while it cooks.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Cake Pan
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons 2% milk
- ⅛ teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 ⁄ 16 teaspoon salt
- 1 ⁄ 16 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 slices shaved deli ham
- 2 tablespoons shredded Colby jack cheese
Instructions
- 1Whisk the eggs, milk, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper together in a medium bowl until fully combined and slightly frothy. Getting air into the mixture ensures a lighter texture.
- 2Coat a 6-inch cake pan with nonstick cooking spray and pour in the egg mixture. Scatter the shaved deli ham and shredded Colby jack cheese evenly over the top. Set the pan inside your air fryer basket, removing the crisper tray first if you need more clearance.
- 3Cook in the air fryer at 320°F for 9 minutes until the eggs are set and the cheese is melted. Carefully lift the hot pan out of the basket using tongs, then slide the finished omelet onto a plate.
Notes
- Variations: Customize the filling by stirring in cooked sausage, diced bell peppers, onions, or fresh spinach before cooking.
- Serving: Pair this with buttered toast and your favorite fruit jam for a complete diner-style breakfast.
- Equipment: A standard 6-inch round cake pan fits perfectly in most basket-style air fryers.