Description
A quick and delicious Air Fryer Grilled Cheese sandwich made with your choice of bread and cheese, perfectly crispy on the outside and melty on the inside. This easy recipe lets you enjoy a classic comfort food with minimal effort and cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich
- 2 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, sourdough, or your choice)
- 2–3 slices of cheese (cheddar, American, or your choice)
Butter
- 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even cooking of the sandwich.
- Butter the Bread: Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread for a golden, crispy exterior.
- Assemble Sandwich: Place the cheese slices between the unbuttered sides of the bread, making sure the buttered sides face outwards.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Place the sandwich in the air fryer basket. Optionally, use a parchment liner to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Cook First Side: Air fry the sandwich for 4-5 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
- Flip Sandwich: Flip the sandwich over carefully to cook the other side.
- Cook Second Side: Continue air frying for another 3-4 minutes until the bread is golden and the cheese has melted thoroughly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the grilled cheese sandwich to cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing and serving to avoid burns and to let flavors meld.
Notes
- You can use any bread or cheese variety based on your preference.
- Using a parchment liner in the air fryer basket helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- Check the sandwich around the 4-minute mark on the first side to prevent overcooking depending on your air fryer’s heat intensity.
- Let the sandwich rest briefly to avoid the cheese being too hot and to improve texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
