Air Fryer Grilled Cheese

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    1 sandwich

  • Calories

    457 kcal

Air Fryer Grilled Cheese

How to cook perfect air fryer grilled cheese. Best tips to make crispy, golden grilled cheese in the air fryer, plus recipe variations.

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Ingredients

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FOR THE SANDWICH:

  • 2 teaspoons butter softened (or butter spread, unsalted
  • 2 lices whole grain bread good quality
  • 1 ounce cheddar cheese about 1 heaping tablespoon or 1 deli slice, shredded sharp
  • 1 ounce gruyere cheese fontina, gouda or similar melty, nutty white cheese (about 1 heaping tablespoon) or 1 deli slice, shredded

FOR THE YOGURT DIJON SPREAD (optional):

  • 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt or 1 tablespoon mayo if you insist, nonfat plain
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • Pinch kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 360°F.
  2. In a small bowl, stir together the spread ingredients: Greek yogurt, Dijon, and salt. Spread a thin layer over one side of each of the two pieces of bread.
  3. Place the bread on a plate, and butter the opposite side of each slice, making sure the butter reaches all the way to the edges.
  4. Assemble the sandwiches: Place the cheeses in an even layer on top of the Dijon side of the bread slice (it will look like a lot of cheese, but go with it). Place the second slice of the bread on top of the cheese, Dijon-side down. If you are using cheese slices (vs. shredded cheese) and any of the cheese pokes out around the outsides of the bread, trim the extra cheese away (to avoid waste, stack the trimmings in the center of the sandwich).
  5. Secure the sandwich by sticking a toothpick into two of the opposite corners of the bread.
  6. Slide out the basket and place it on a steady, heat-proof surface. Carefully lower the sandwich into it, then slide the basket back into the air fryer.
  7. Place in the air fryer and cook on the first side for 4 to 6 minutes, until toasted and deep golden on top (the amount of time you need will vary based on your air fryer model).
  8. Slide out the basket and place it on a steady surface once more. Remove the toothpicks and with a spatula or tongs, carefully flip the sandwich over. Return the basket to the air fryer and continue cooking for 3 to 4 additional minutes, until the bread is toasted and the cheese is hot and melted.
  9. Transfer to a plate or cutting board. Let cool a few minutes, then slice and enjoy.

Notes

  • TO STORE: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight storage container for up to 2 days. 
  • TO REHEAT: Grilled cheese is best enjoyed right away, but it can be re-toasted in the air fryer at 350 degrees F.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1sandwich Calories 457kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 29g (45%) Saturated Fat 17g (85%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Cholesterol 83mg (28%) Potassium 227mg (5%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 812IU (16%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 576mg (58%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1sandwich

Amount Per Serving

Calories 457 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1sandwich
Calories 457kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 29g 45%
Saturated Fat 17g 85%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 83mg 28%
Potassium 227mg 5%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 812IU 16%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 576mg 58%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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