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Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Recipe

4.9 from 60 reviews

This Air Fryer Grilled Cheese recipe makes a quick, crispy, and melty sandwich using your air fryer. Perfect for a fast lunch or snack, it combines your choice of bread and cheese with a buttery golden crust achieved without the need for a stovetop or frying pan. It’s easy to assemble and cooks evenly in about 10 minutes, delivering a delightful twist on the classic grilled cheese.

Ingredients

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Bread

  • 4 slices bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)

Cheese

  • 4 slices cheese (cheddar, American, mozzarella, or any cheese that melts well)

Butter

  • 2 tablespoons softened butter

Instructions

  1. Gather Ingredients: Lay out all your ingredients on the counter to have everything ready for assembly.
  2. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (350°F) for 3 to 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
  3. Assemble Sandwich: Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place two slices of bread buttered side down, add the cheese slices on top, and then cover with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
  4. Air Fry: Place the assembled sandwiches in the air fryer basket carefully. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, checking at around 8 minutes to ensure the bread is golden and the cheese is melted to your liking.
  5. Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the air fryer basket and let them cool for a minute. Slice and serve immediately while hot and melty.

Notes

  • You can substitute bread types and cheeses according to your preference—sourdough and sharp cheddar provide great flavor.
  • For extra crispiness, add a light sprinkle of garlic powder or herbs to the butter before spreading.
  • Check the sandwiches halfway through cooking to prevent over-browning.
  • If your air fryer is small, you may need to cook sandwiches one at a time.

Keywords: air fryer grilled cheese, easy grilled cheese, quick sandwich, melted cheese sandwich, air fried sandwich