Description
This Air Fryer Grilled Cheese recipe is a quick and delicious way to enjoy a classic comfort food with a perfectly crispy, golden crust and gooey melted cheddar cheese inside. Using an air fryer simplifies the process and gives you a crispy sandwich without the mess of using a skillet or additional oil. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or snack in just 12 minutes.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 slices of bread (your choice)
- 2 slices of cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp butter, softened
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 370°F (188°C) for 3 minutes to ensure it is hot enough for crisping the bread to a golden finish.
- Butter the Bread: Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of bread thoroughly for even browning and flavor.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Place one slice of bread in the air fryer basket with the buttered side down, then layer the two slices of cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Top and Air Fry: Place the second slice of bread on top, buttered side facing up. Air fry the sandwich for 5-7 minutes, flipping carefully halfway through the cooking time to ensure both sides are evenly golden brown.
- Serve: Once the bread is crisp and cheese melted, remove the sandwich from the air fryer, slice as desired, and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use bread of your choice—white, whole wheat, or sourdough all work well.
- For extra flavor, add herbs or a dash of garlic powder to the butter before spreading.
- Flip gently halfway through to avoid losing cheese.
- Adjust cooking time slightly depending on the thickness of your bread and cheese.
- Prep Time: 4 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
