Air Fryer Grilled Cheese
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
4 mins
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Cook Time
6 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
383 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Grilled Cheese
Description
Air Fryer Grilled Cheese sandwiches are assembled by buttering thick slices of white bread, layering sharp cheddar and other preferred melting cheeses in the center, then securing the sandwich with a toothpick. The air fryer heats to 370 degrees and cooks the sandwiches in an even layer for a few minutes on each side until golden brown and toasted to your liking. The method yields a crunchy exterior and gooey cheese inside without needing a skillet or stove.
By combining cheeses like Swiss, provolone, or Monterey Jack alongside cheddar, the sandwich gains layered flavor and melting quality. Using thick slices such as Texas toast or Artesano bread provides a sturdy base that crisps well in an air fryer. Careful flipping and monitoring prevent the top slice from blowing off or the bread from burning during cooking.
This approach offers a hands-off alternative to classic grilled cheese, creating a crisp texture and warm, melted filling easily and quickly. It can be made in batches for serving multiple sandwiches and adapts well to different bread and cheese types.
The recipe notes suggest experimenting with breads such as sourdough or multigrain, avoiding pre-sliced packaged cheeses for better melt, and even adding ham or mayo for variations. Spraying with oil instead of butter on one side is also mentioned. These tips help customize and optimize the technique based on preference and available ingredients.
Ingredients
- 8 lices white bread thick slices
- 4 lices cheddar cheese sliced thinly, sharp
- 4-8 lices cheese or your favorite melty cheese, choose between Swiss, provolone, American, Monterey Jack, Gruyere, Fontina, or Havarti
- butter , for spreading
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 370 degrees.
- Assemble: Butter the outsides of the bread slices and assemble sandwiches with cheese in the center. Use a toothpick to secure the sandwich together (if your bread is thin, the top piece will blow off during cooking).
- Air Fry: Place grilled cheese sandwiches in air fryer basket or oven in an even layer—you will likely need to cook them in batches. Air fry at 370 degrees for 2-3 minutes, flip and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes. Check often to check that it doesn’t burn. During the first minute of cooking, check that the top slice of bread hasn’t blown off of the cheese.
- Total cook time will depend on the type of bread. Check on it periodically and continue cooking until it reaches your desired level of toasted. Remove toothpick before eating.
Notes
- Choose thick-cut white bread like Texas toast or Artesano for better toasting in the air fryer.
- Use two kinds of fresh, unprocessed cheeses such as sharp cheddar paired with Swiss or provolone for flavor and melt quality.
- Secure sandwiches with a toothpick to prevent the top slice from shifting during air frying.
- Check sandwiches while cooking to avoid burning and ensure even toasting on both sides.
- Optional variations include adding ham between cheeses or spreading a thin layer of mayo inside the bread before assembling.
- Consider spraying oil on the top slice instead of butter for a different crust texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 383 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 383kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 485mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 104mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 563IU | 11% |
| Calcium | 606mg | 61% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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