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Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Recipe

Craving a crispy, gooey grilled cheese sandwich but short on time? This Air Fryer Grilled Cheese recipe is the solution! In just 10 minutes, you’ll have a perfectly toasted, melt-in-your-mouth sandwich with minimal effort.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Recipe
Prep Time: 4 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
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Ingredients:

  • 8 thick slices of white bread
  • 4 slices of sharp cheddar cheese (thinly sliced)
  • 4-8 slices of another melty cheese (Swiss, provolone, American, Monterey Jack, Gruyere, Fontina, Havarti, or your favorite)
  • Butter (for spreading)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Air Fryer:
    • Set your air fryer to 370°F.
  2. Assemble the Sandwiches:
    • Butter the outer sides of the bread slices.
    • Place cheese slices between two slices of bread to form sandwiches.
    • If the bread is thin, secure each sandwich with a toothpick to prevent the top slice from blowing off during cooking.
  3. Air Fry the Sandwiches:
    • Arrange the sandwiches in the air fryer basket in a single layer (you may need to cook in batches).
    • Air fry for 2-3 minutes, flip, and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
    • Keep an eye on them to avoid burning, especially during the first minute of cooking.
  4. Check for Toastiness:
    • The cook time may vary based on the type of bread used.
    • Monitor the sandwiches, and cook them until they reach your preferred level of toastiness.
    • Remove the toothpicks before serving.

 

Notes:

  • Bread: For a traditional touch, use white sandwich bread. For thicker, heartier options, try Texas toast or Sara Lee Artesano. Other varieties like sourdough, multigrain, or artisan bread can also be used, but they may toast unevenly in the air fryer.
  • Cheese: Avoid pre-sliced or pre-shredded cheese. Using two different cheese types, such as Swiss and Monterey Jack, adds depth and flavor.
  • No Butter: If you prefer, you can spray the bread with oil instead of using butter. Spray one side before placing the sandwich in the air fryer and the other side after flipping.

  • Variations:

    • Grilled Ham and Cheese: Add a thin slice of ham between the cheese slices.
    • Grilled Cheese with Mayo: Spread a thin layer of mayo on the inside of the bread.
    • Pimento Cheese Grilled Cheese: Spread a thin layer of pimento cheese inside the bread.

 

Nutrition

Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 485mg | Potassium: 104mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 563IU | Calcium: 606mg | Iron: 2mg

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