Air Fryer Grilled Cheese (Print)

Crispy, golden grilled cheese sandwiches made quickly using an air fryer for a tasty lunch or snack.

# What you'll need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices white or whole wheat sandwich bread

→ Cheese

02 - 4 slices cheddar cheese or preferred melting cheese

→ Spread

03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C) for 3 minutes.
02 - Evenly spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice.
03 - Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on a clean surface and top each with two slices of cheese.
04 - Cover with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up, forming two sandwiches.
05 - Arrange sandwiches in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
06 - Air fry for 4 minutes at 350°F (180°C).
07 - Carefully flip each sandwich and air fry for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
08 - Remove sandwiches from the air fryer, allow to cool slightly, slice, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The air fryer creates this impossibly crisp exterior without any burnt spots
  • You get perfectly melted cheese in just 8 minutes with almost zero effort
  • It makes two sandwiches at once, perfect for when someone else wanders into the kitchen
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd the basket or the air will not circulate properly and you will end up with soggy spots
  • Every air fryer runs differently so check at the 3 minute mark on the second side
03 -
  • Place a small piece of parchment in the bottom of the basket for easy cleanup if any cheese escapes
  • Add a sprinkle of garlic powder to the buttered side for a savory twist that elevates the whole sandwich
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