Description
Enjoy a deliciously crispy Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwich, featuring gooey melted cheese between your choice of bread. This quick and customizable recipe allows for various cheeses and tasty add-ins, making it the perfect comfort food for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of bread (your choice: white, whole grain, sourdough)
- 4 slices of cheese (cheddar, American, or your favorite melting cheese)
- 2 tablespoons of butter (softened)
- Optional: garlic powder
- Optional: onion powder
- Optional: herbs for seasoning
- Optional: tomato slices
- Optional: cooked bacon
- Optional: avocado for added flavor
Instructions
- Choose Your Bread: Select your preferred type of bread and lay out four slices on a clean cutting board.
- Butter the Bread: Spread a generous layer of softened butter on one side of each slice. For added flavor, sprinkle garlic powder or herbs on the butter before spreading.
- Add the Cheese: Flip two slices over (buttered side down) and place two slices of cheese on each. Feel free to mix different types of cheese for a complex flavor.
- Optional Add-Ins: Add any extras like tomato slices, crispy bacon, or avocado, ensuring not to overload the sandwich.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Place the other two slices of bread on top (buttered side up) and press down gently.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 370°F (188°C) and preheat for 3-5 minutes.
- Prepare the Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Place the Sandwich in the Air Fryer: Carefully place the assembled sandwich in the basket, leaving space between multiple sandwiches for air circulation.
- Air Fry the Sandwich: Set the timer for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, check the sandwich; if not golden brown, flip it and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Check for Doneness: Remove the sandwich using a spatula and check if the cheese is melted to your liking. If desired, return it to the air fryer for another minute or two.
- Slice and Serve: Let the sandwich cool for a minute before slicing it in half diagonally.
- Pair with Dipping Sauce: Serve with a side of tomato soup or a spicy dipping sauce like a mix of ketchup and hot sauce.
- Enjoy Your Creation: Savor the crispy exterior and gooey melted cheese in every delightful bite.
Notes
- Experiment with different types of cheese such as Gruyère, mozzarella, or pepper jack for unique flavors.
- Try various breads like ciabatta, rye, or bagels for a fun twist.
- Enhance flavor by adding seasonings to the cheese before closing the sandwich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes