Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Golden, crispy grilled cheese sandwiches made in your air fryer. Say hello to gooey cheese and a perfectly crunchy crust without the mess.
Equipment
- Air-fryer
- Butter Knife
- Spatula
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread
- 4 slices of cheese Cheddar, American, or your choice
- Butter softened (for spreading)
- Optional: tomato slices bacon strips, avocado
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 370°F.
- Butter one side of each bread slice generously.
- Place cheese slices between two slices of bread, with the buttered sides facing out.
- If using add-ons like tomatoes or bacon, layer them between the cheese slices.
- Place the prepared sandwiches in the air fryer basket. Don’t overcrowd.
- Cook for 5 minutes, then flip and cook an additional 5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Use a spatula to press down the sandwich lightly halfway through cooking for even cheese melting.
- Remove from the air fryer and let cool for a minute before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Keep an eye on the sandwich as cooking times can vary based on bread thickness and type of cheese.
- You can use mayonnaise instead of butter for an extra tangy flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 292kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 14gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 487mgPotassium: 105mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 342IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 310mgIron: 2mg
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