Air Fryer Grilled Cheese
This Air Fryer Grilled Cheese recipe delivers the perfect crispy, golden crust and gooey melted center—without the hassle of using a stovetop. Quick, easy, and customizable, it’s the ultimate comfort food made even simpler in the air fryer. Ideal for busy days or a cozy lunch at home.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–9 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich (easily scalable)
- Category: Lunch, Snack, Sandwich
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 slices of bread (white, sourdough, or preferred type)
- 1–2 slices of cheese (cheddar, American, mozzarella, or blend)
- 1 tbsp butter or mayonnaise (for spreading)
Instructions
- Spread butter or mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread.
- Place cheese slices between the unbuttered sides to form a sandwich.
- Preheat air fryer to 370°F (188°C) for 2 minutes.
- Place sandwich in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 4–5 minutes, then flip and cook an additional 3–4 minutes, or until both sides are golden and cheese is melted.
- Let rest for 1–2 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use shredded cheese if preferred—just distribute evenly.
- Add-ins like sliced tomatoes, caramelized onions, or ham take it to the next level.
- For a garlic twist, mix a little garlic powder into your butter before spreading.
- Mayo gives a tangier flavor and spreads more easily than butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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