Description
A quick and easy Air Fryer Grilled Cheese recipe that yields perfectly toasted, melty sandwiches in just 10 minutes. This method uses an air fryer for a crispy, golden exterior and gooey cheese inside, making it a convenient and delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8 slices bread
- 8 slices cheese (or roughly ½ cup shredded cheese per sandwich)
- 4 tablespoon butter (softened, at room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 370 degrees F (188 degrees C). For convection-style air fryers, select 'AIR FRY' and set the timer to 8 minutes to ensure the air fryer is properly heated for best results.
- Butter the Bread: Spread softened butter evenly on all 8 slices of bread. This buttered side will help achieve a golden, crispy crust during cooking.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Place half of the buttered bread slices onto the air fryer racks or basket with the buttered side facing down. Add the cheese slices or shredded cheese evenly on top of these bread slices, trimming any excess cheese if needed. Then top each with the remaining buttered bread slices, buttered side facing up. Sprinkle garlic salt on top of the sandwiches if desired for added flavor.
- Cook the Sandwiches: For convection-style air fryers, insert the racks when notified to 'ADD FOOD'. Flip the sandwiches when the air fryer indicator says to 'TURN FOOD' by switching the bottom rack to the top and vice versa for even toasting. For basket-style air fryers, place sandwiches in the basket and cook for 5 minutes. Flip the sandwiches and cook for another 3 minutes to ensure both sides are golden and the cheese is melted thoroughly.
- Serve Warm: Carefully remove the grilled cheese sandwiches from the air fryer once fully cooked, allowing them to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the crispy exterior and melty, cheesy interior with your favorite sides or dipping sauces.
Notes
- Preheating your air fryer is crucial for optimal crispy results; do not skip this step.
- Air fryer models vary, so keep an eye on your sandwiches near the end of cooking to prevent burning and adjust the time slightly if needed.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket or racks; proper air circulation is essential for even melting and toasting.
- You can substitute garlic salt with regular salt or omit it if preferred to control sodium content.
- Use different types of bread or cheese to customize the flavor; cheddar, American, or mozzarella work well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 479 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
