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Air Fryer Tomato Basil Mozzarella Melts

Air Fryer Tomato Basil Mozzarella Melts

These Air Fryer Tomato Basil Mozzarella Melts are a quick and flavorful snack, appetizer, or light lunch made with toasted bread, juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and gooey melted mozzarella. The air fryer gives the bread a perfectly crisp texture while melting the cheese beautifully in minutes. It’s like a mini caprese toast with irresistible crunch and freshness.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (2 melts each) 1x

Ingredients

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8 slices French bread, sourdough, or Italian bread

2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced

8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced

8 fresh basil leaves (or chopped basil)

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and black pepper to taste

1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 370°F for 2-3 minutes.

Brush both sides of the bread slices lightly with olive oil.

Place bread in the air fryer basket and toast for 2 minutes until lightly crisp.

Remove bread and top each slice with tomato, mozzarella, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Return to air fryer and cook for 3-4 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Cooking Tips

  • Use thick bread slices so they hold toppings well.
  • Pat tomato slices dry to avoid soggy toast.
  • Fresh mozzarella melts best, but shredded mozzarella works too.
  • Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed.
  • Add basil after cooking for brighter flavor if preferred.

Variations

Caprese Style: Add balsamic glaze and extra basil after cooking.

Garlic Lover’s Version: Rub toasted bread with fresh garlic before topping.

Protein Boost: Add sliced turkey, prosciutto, or grilled chicken.

Spicy Melt: Sprinkle red pepper flakes before air frying.

Veggie Loaded: Add spinach or roasted red peppers.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 310
  • Sodium: 430mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 14g

Find it online: https://greatfoodrecipe.com/air-fryer-tomato-basil-mozzarella-melts-2/

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