Air Fryer Omelette (Easy Cheddar And Tomato Omelette)

Updated: April 2026
This air fryer omelette is a quick and easy breakfast, brunch or lunch you can make with just a couple of eggs and whatever fillings you have in the fridge.

It cooks in a small air fryer-safe pan until set, fluffy and lightly golden, with melted Cheddar, cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs.

It’s perfect for busy mornings, working-from-home lunches or using up leftover bits of cheese, ham, vegetables or cooked meats.

Quick Answer – How Long To Cook An Omelette In The Air Fryer

Cook an omelette in the air fryer at 180°C for around 10 to 12 minutes.

As a quick guide:

• whisk 2 eggs with seasoning
• add cheese, tomatoes and herbs
• pour into a greased air fryer-safe pan
• cook at 180°C for 10 to 12 minutes
• check from 8 minutes, as air fryers vary

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This air fryer omelette is simple, filling and really easy to customise.

• Ready in around 12 minutes
• Great for breakfast, brunch or lunch
• Easy to add different fillings
• Uses less oil than a frying pan
• Perfect for using up leftovers
• No hob needed

Ingredients For Air Fryer Omelette

For the basic omelette:

• 2 eggs
• pinch salt
• pinch black pepper
• olive oil cooking spray

Optional add-ins:

• ½ cup grated Cheddar cheese
• 4 cherry tomatoes, roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs

Equipment Needed

You’ll need:

• air fryer
• small mixing bowl or jug
• fork or whisk
• 6-inch air fryer-safe pan or foil tray
• spatula
• tongs
• oven gloves

How To Make An Air Fryer Omelette

Step 1 – Grease The Pan

Spritz the inside of your air fryer-safe pan or foil tray with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 2 – Whisk The Eggs

Crack the eggs into a small bowl or jug.

Add a pinch of salt and black pepper, then whisk with a fork.

Step 3 – Add The Fillings

Stir in the chopped tomatoes, half the grated cheese and half the chopped herbs.

Pour the mixture into the greased pan.

Step 4 – Air Fry The Omelette

Place the pan carefully into the air fryer basket.

Cook at 180°C for 10 to 12 minutes.

After 5 minutes, sprinkle over the remaining cheese and continue cooking until the omelette is set.

Step 5 – Serve

Remove the pan carefully using tongs and oven gloves.

Loosen the omelette with a spatula, then serve scattered with the remaining herbs.

Best Temperature For Air Fryer Omelette

The best temperature is 180°C.

This lets the omelette cook gently enough to set without drying out too quickly.

How Do You Know When An Air Fryer Omelette Is Cooked?

The omelette is cooked when:

• the egg is fully set
• there is no runny liquid in the middle
• the edges are lightly golden
• the omelette lifts easily from the pan

Start checking from around 8 minutes, especially if your air fryer cooks quickly.

Expert Tips For The Best Air Fryer Omelette

Use An Air Fryer-Safe Pan

A foil tray, silicone insert or oven-safe dish that fits your basket works well.

Don’t Overfill

Too many fillings can stop the omelette setting properly.

Add Extra Cheese Halfway Through

Adding some cheese halfway gives you a lovely melted topping.

Check Early

Air fryers vary, so check from 8 minutes the first time you make it.

Use Cooked Meat Only

If adding sausage, bacon, chicken or turkey, make sure it’s already cooked before adding.

Omelette Filling Ideas

Try adding:

• ham
• cooked sausage
• cooked bacon
• mushrooms
• peppers
• sweetcorn
• spinach
• courgettes
• cooked potatoes
• smoked salmon
• feta
• mozzarella
• Red Leicester

What To Serve With Air Fryer Omelette

This omelette is great served with:

• salad
• toast
• baked beans
• air fryer fried bread
• hash browns
• avocado
• tomatoes
• fruit
• jacket potato

Can You Freeze Omelettes?

Yes, you can freeze omelettes, but the texture can be a little softer once defrosted.

To freeze:

• cool the omelette completely
• wrap in greaseproof paper
• wrap again or place in a freezer bag
• label and freeze for up to 4 weeks

Defrost thoroughly, then reheat until piping hot.

How To Store Leftovers

Cool leftover omelette quickly, then store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Use within 2 days and reheat until piping hot throughout.

More Air Fryer Breakfast Recipes

Try these next:

• Air Fryer Eggs
• Air Fryer Hash Browns
• Air Fryer French Toast

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