Air Fryer Grilled Cheese (Printable version)

Quickly prepare golden-brown, melted cheddar sandwiches using an air fryer for even crispiness.

# What You 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

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 3 minutes.
02 - Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
03 - Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on a clean surface and layer each with 2 slices of cheese. Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side up, forming sandwiches.
04 - Arrange sandwiches in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
05 - Air fry for 4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
06 - Carefully flip each sandwich and air fry for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
07 - Remove sandwiches from air fryer, allow to cool slightly, slice, and serve immediately for optimal crispiness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No stovetop cleanup means you can eat and relax immediately
  • The air circulation creates the most even golden crunch Ive ever achieved
  • Takes less than 15 minutes from start to that first gooey bite
02 -
  • Every air fryer runs differently, so check your first sandwich at 3 minutes on the second side
  • Crowding the basket creates steaming instead of frying, so cook in batches if needed
03 -
  • Preheating isnt optional if you want evenly melted cheese
  • Use a silicone brush to get butter into every corner of the bread
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