🧾 Ingredients
- 2 slices of bread (white, sourdough, or your favorite type)
- 1–2 slices of cheddar cheese (or any melting cheese like mozzarella, gouda, or American)
- 1–2 tablespoons butter (softened, for spreading)
🍽️ Instructions
🔹 Step 1: Preheat the Air Fryer
Preheat your air fryer to 370°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes. This helps the bread start crisping up immediately.
🔹 Step 2: Assemble the Sandwich
- Butter one side of each slice of bread generously.
- Place cheese slices between the non-buttered sides, so the buttered sides face out.
🔹 Step 3: Air Fry
- Place the sandwich in the air fryer basket carefully. Use toothpicks if you’re worried about the top slice lifting.
- Cook at 370°F (190°C) for 4–5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3–4 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
Tip: For extra melty cheese, open the air fryer after 3 minutes and gently press the sandwich with a spatula.
🔹 Step 4: Slice and Serve
Remove from the basket, let it cool slightly, and cut diagonally for that classic grilled cheese look.
🧀 Variations
- Three-Cheese Grilled Cheese: Mix cheddar, mozzarella, and pepper jack.
- Tomato Basil: Add thin tomato slices and a few basil leaves inside.
- Garlic Parmesan Crust: Mix minced garlic and Parmesan into the butter before spreading it on the bread.
⚖️ Nutrition Facts (Per Sandwich)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 370–450 kcal |
| Protein | 12–15 g |
| Carbohydrates | 25–30 g |
| Fat | 25–30 g |
| Saturated Fat | 12–15 g |
| Sodium | 600–750 mg |
| Calcium | 200–300 mg |
💬 Final Thoughts
Making grilled cheese in the air fryer isn’t just convenient—it’s a game-changer. You get that perfect golden crisp with less mess and more consistency. It’s the same nostalgic sandwich you love, only better and faster.
Perfect for kids’ lunches, midnight snacks, or pairing with a warm bowl of tomato soup—this Air Fryer Grilled Cheese might just become your new favorite way to enjoy a timeless classic.
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