Learn how to make a fluffy omelette in the air fryer without standing over the stove. Just mix the eggs, and seasonings, stir in your favorite add-ins, pour, and let the air fryer do the rest.
I have been using my air fryer for about five years now. Omelette was one of the first recipes I tried, and it's still a regular in my kitchen.
Air fryer breakfasts are easy, effortless, and perfect for very busy mornings. Once I found the perfect way to make air fryer omelettes, it is even easier to prepare it in an air fryer than on the stove. It is hands-off cooking with minimal mess - very important for busy mornings.
And to complete your breakfast, try it with my air fryer breakfast potatoes.
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The secret to a fluffy air fryer omelette
Yes, you can prepare a perfect omelette with a soft and fluffy texture in any air fryer. I have made this recipe a lot of times, and it really works by knowing the science and following a few essential tips below:
- Add milk, sour cream, or heavy cream to increase the the water content, which will add steam that helps keep the omelette fluffy.
- Cook it in an air-fryer safe dish ( like a ramekin, cake pan, or silicone mold). The dish will prevent direct exposure to the air, keeping more moisture inside.
- Cover it with foil to prevent moisture loss and if you do not want it to brown on top. I usually forget to cover it, but it still turns out great
What is the best baking dish to use in the air fryer?
Any oven-safe dish or pan is safe to use in the air fryer. My problem was to find a small pan that fits into my basket air fryer.
So if I make 4 egg omelette with veggies, I use a 9-inch cake pan lined with parchment paper, so the eggs don't leak through. I also like to use ramekin for making 2 egg omelette.
Other great options are silicone molds, oven-safe glass dishes, or even a mini cast-iron skillet.
Ingredients needed
You can find the full list of ingredients and quantities in the printable recipe card at the end of this post.
- Eggs: I recommend using room-temperature eggs if possible.
- Milk - Just a little bit of milk or water will make this omelette more fluffy and it will raise better. There are lots of debates on adding milk or water to eggs. This recipe turns out great no matter what you pick.
- Salt and black pepper: add to taste and your liking.
- Add-ins (optional): I like to add bacon bits, diced bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, green onions, and fresh parsley.
How to make omelette in air fryer
Whisk eggs: in a medium bowl, add 4 eggs. Whisk them until uniform in color with a slightly frothy. Do not over whisk. Now, add milk, a few pinches of salt, and a few pinches of black pepper. Whisk again for 10-15 seconds, just until everything is well combined.
Stir in any add-ins: now, you can add bacon, any diced fresh veggies, or fresh herbs. Mix in so they are evenly distributed.
Pour the egg mixture. Line your baking pan with parchment paper. You can also spray it with non-stick cooking spray (non-aerosol) or grease it with butter. Pour the egg mixture into the pan.
Air fryer your omelette. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F for 3-5 minutes. After that, take out the air fryer basket and carefully place there the pan with your omelette inside the basket. Air fry the 4 egg omelette at 350° F for 13-15 minutes and 2 egg one for 8-10 minutes. The omelette should be golden brown on top and if you raise the side of the omelette from the bottom, there should be no raw eggs running out. If it's still not fully cooked, air fry it for another 2-3 minutes or until fully cooked.
Serving and leftovers. Serve your omelette right away. If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.
Tasty tip
Serve the omelette with homemade breakfast sausage, a drizzle of sour cream, and some chopped fresh dill on top.
Variations & customization
You can be creative with omelette by mixing in your different fillings and ingredients.
- Cheese omelette: Add your favorite cheese, such as shredded cheddar cheese, mozzarella, feta, or goat cheese.
- Mediterranean omelette: Mix in feta cheese, diced tomatoes, black olives, and spinach. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce before serving.
- Spicy omelette: Add some diced jalapeno peppers, red pepper flakes or pepper jack cheese.
More easy air fryer recipes to try
📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Omelette
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer Ninja XL or other brand
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 8 inch cake pan or any other oven safe dish
- 1 sheet of parchment paper
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 2 Tablespoons milk or water
- 5 cherry tomatoes
- ¼ bell pepper
- some fresh parsley
- 1 Tablespoon bacon bits
- 2 pinches salt
- 2 pinches black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoons dry basil or other dry herbs
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, add eggs and whisk until frothy. Add milk, salt, black pepper and whisk until combined.
- Stir in diced vegetables, bacon bits, parsley or other add-ins.
- Lay an oven-safe dish or 8- inch cake pan that fits your air fryer with some parchment paper. You can also grease it with oil or butter. Pour the egg mixture into a prepared pan.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for about 5 minutes. Carefully place the cake pan with eggs in the air fryer basket. Cover it with foil. Cook at 350°F for about 12-15 minutes. Check the omelette. If the omelette is still raw, cook for another 2 minutes or until fully cooked. The 2 egg omelette takes about 8-10 minutes to cook. Let the pan cool down slightly before removing from the air fryer. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Different air fryers may vary in cooking time. Check the eggs at 15 minutes, and if they're not fully set, cook for a few more minutes as needed.
- You can use water, sour cream or heavy cream instead of milk.
- If you make a 2 egg omelette, use smaller baking dish such as ramekin.
- The pan will be very hot, wait few minutes before removing it from the air fryer. Use oven gloves.
Will says
Delicious
Sava's Kitchen says
Thank you Will! I am so glad you liked the recipe.