Melty Ham and Cheese Pockets Made in the Air Fryer

Make these simple and delicious Air Fryer Ham and Cheese Pockets using just 4 ingredients: ham, cheese, tortillas, and butter. These tasty pockets are easy to prepare, and you can enjoy them right away or freeze them for later use.

If you love air fryer wrap recipes, don’t miss my Air Fryer Hot Italian Wraps or Air Fryer French Dip Wraps!

Air Fryer Ham and Cheese Pockets

If you’re familiar with my blog, you know I love to keep recipes as simple as possible. These ham and cheese pockets are my take on homemade Hot Pockets. I always have tortillas in my pantry, so they were my go-to for this recipe. I enjoy creating dishes using ingredients I already have, which is how I earned the nickname “Munchy Goddess.”

What to Serve With Ham and Cheese Pockets:

• Air fryer Frozen Crinkle Cut Fries
• Air fryer Frozen Green Beans
• Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
• Air Fryer Frozen Sweet Potato Fries
• Air Fryer Baby Potatoes
• Air Fryer Broccoli

Equipment Needed:

• Air Fryer

Ingredients:

• Flour Tortillas – I used 8-inch flour tortillas.
• Ham – I used smoked deli ham slices.
• Shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese
• Softened Butter

Air Fryer Instructions:

1. Stack the tortillas on a microwave-safe plate, cover with a damp paper towel, and microwave for 20 seconds.
2. Chop the ham into small pieces.
3. Place cheese, ham, and additional cheese in the center of a tortilla.
4. Fold the edges of the tortilla in, then fold the bottom up, sealing the tortilla. Repeat for the remaining tortillas.
5. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F and set the timer for 5 minutes.
6. Brush softened butter on top of each tortilla, then sprinkle shredded cheese over it. Press the cheese down to ensure it sticks.
7. Place the pockets in the air fryer, seam side down, and cook for 5 minutes, checking halfway through.
8. Carefully remove the pockets from the air fryer. Let them cool for a moment, then enjoy!

Oven Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Warm the tortillas in the microwave using a tortilla warmer or damp paper towel for 20 seconds.
3. Chop the ham into small pieces.
4. Place ¼ cup of shredded cheese in the center of a tortilla, followed by ham and more cheese.
5. Fold the tortilla edges in and roll it up. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
6. Spread softened butter on top of each wrap, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
7. Place the pockets seam side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
8. Remove from the oven, let them cool, and enjoy for lunch, dinner, or a snack.

Make-Ahead Method:

1. Prepare the ham and cheese pockets as instructed but do not cook them.
2. Wrap each pocket individually with parchment paper and place them in a freezer bag.
3. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
4. To cook, remove the parchment paper and cook the pockets seam side down in the air fryer at 380°F for 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Freezer Instructions:

1. Prepare the pockets as instructed, but don’t cook them.
2. Place them in a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
3. To cook from frozen, place the pockets seam side down in the air fryer and cook for 5 to 7 minutes at 380°F.

Other Easy Air Fryer Wrap Recipes:

• Air Fryer Pizza Roll-Ups
• Air Fryer Ham and Cheese Wraps
• Air Fryer Hot Italian Wraps
• Air Fryer Tuna Melt Wraps

Recipe Variations and Substitutions:

• Cheese: You can use any shredded cheese you like, such as Cheddar, Mozzarella, or a Mexican blend.
• Tortillas: Feel free to swap the flour tortillas for spinach, wheat, or low-carb tortillas.

Storage and Reheating Instructions:

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, preheat the air fryer to 360°F and heat for 1-3 minutes until warm.

This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a snack anytime. Whether you enjoy it fresh or store it for later, these Ham and Cheese Pockets are sure to satisfy!

Easy Air Fryer Ham and Cheese Pockets
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 | Calories per Serving: 483 kcal
Course: Dinner, Lunch |

Ingredients:

• 4 (8-inch) flour tortillas
• 8 slices ham
• 2 cups shredded cheddar jack cheese
• 1 tablespoon softened butter

Equipment:

• Air Fryer

Instructions:

Air Fryer Method:

1. Stack tortillas on a microwave-safe plate, cover with a damp paper towel, and microwave for 20 seconds.
2. Chop the ham into small pieces.
3. Place cheese, ham, and more cheese in the center of each tortilla.
4. Fold in the edges and roll up the tortilla until closed. Repeat for the remaining tortillas.
5. Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 5 minutes.
6. Brush the top of each pocket with softened butter and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Press the cheese into the butter to help it stick.
7. Place the pockets seam-side down in the air fryer and cook for 5 minutes until the cheese melts. Check halfway through.
8. Carefully remove the pockets from the air fryer and let cool before serving.

Oven Method:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
2. Warm tortillas in the microwave for 20 seconds.
3. Chop the ham and layer cheese, ham, and more cheese in the center of each tortilla.
4. Fold and roll up the tortillas as instructed above.
5. Spread softened butter on top of each wrap and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
6. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until the cheese melts.
7. Let cool before serving.

Make-Ahead Method:

1. Prepare the pockets as directed, but do not cook.
2. Wrap each pocket in parchment paper and store in a freezer bag.
3. Refrigerate for up to 2 days.
4. To cook, remove parchment paper and air fry at 380°F for 5-7 minutes until the cheese melts.

Freezer Method:

1. Follow the same steps as the Make-Ahead Method, but freeze the pockets for up to 3 months.
2. To cook from frozen, air fry at 380°F for 5-7 minutes until heated through.

Storage & Reheating:

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, air fry at 360°F for 1-3 minutes until crispy.

Pro Tips:

• Warm the tortillas before use to avoid cracking.
• Press shredded cheese into the butter to prevent it from flying around in the air fryer.
• Cooking times may vary depending on your air fryer model.

Nutrition (per serving):

• Calories: 483 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 16g
• Protein: 28g
• Fat: 34g
• Saturated Fat: 17g
• Cholesterol: 99mg
• Sodium: 1278mg
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 1g
• Vitamin A: 654 IU
• Calcium: 448mg
• Iron: 2mg