This Grilled cheese from the air fryer is crispy and buttery on the outside and full of melted, gooey cheese. This sandwich is so delicious and easy to make.
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recipe details
I love this Air Fryer Grilled Cheese because it has the most delicious crunch in the bread. The preparation of this classic in the hot air fryer is so quick and easy.
- TASTE: This Grilled Air Fryer Cheese is so buttery and made with flavorful, rich cheese.
- TEXTURE: With gooey cheese in the center and deliciously crusty bread, this sandwich is delicious.
- TIME: It only takes 13 minutes to craft.
- EASE: This recipe is super easy and quick. It’s perfect for a quick lunch on the go.
what you will need
Notes on ingredients
- Bread- White sandwich bread is the perfect thickness and texture for these sandwiches.
- Cheddar cheese- This cheese can range from mild to quite hot and spicy. Use the variety you like best.
- havarti cheese The buttery flavor of this melty cheese makes it a great addition to this Air Fryer Grilled Cheese.
- Butter- To get that crispy outer bread, we use butter. It also adds a wonderful flavor to the sandwich. Unsalted is best.
Add-Ins and Substitutions
- Substitute other breads- In addition to white bread, other sandwich breads such as wheat, sourdough, rye, potato or gluten-free can also be used.
- Add different cheeses- You can make this Air Fryer Grilled Cheese with Asiago, Swiss, Manchego, Gruyere, Pepper Jack, Munster, and Provolone if you like.
- replace butter- Instead of butter, try mayonnaise, vegetable butter, or cooking oil spray. The moisture this gives will keep your grilled cheese from going dry.
- add fillings- Add sliced tomatoes, bacon, avocado, zucchini, caramelized onions, spinach, or mushrooms.
How to make grilled cheese from the air fryer
- preheat. Preheat your basket air fryer to 370 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add the butter. Spread the melted butter on one side of a slice of bread. Then place on a plate, buttered side down.
- Add the cheese. Add a slice of Havarti and a slice of cheddar cheese and top with another slice of bread. Generously butter the top of the second slice of bread. Repeat with the other sandwich.
Pro Tip: I find that using a pastry brush makes spreading the butter so much easier.
- Air fry them. Now place both sandwiches in the air fryer basket and air fryer on one side for 4 minutes, then flip and cook for another 4 minutes. Serve warm.
recipe tips
- Preheat air fryer To add crunch to the sandwich and not steam it, wait until the air fryer reaches 370 degrees before adding the grilled cheese.
- butter liberally- This step will help keep the bread moist so it doesn’t become dry and crumbly. It also helps it crisp up and turn golden brown.
- flip her- Make sure you turn the sandwiches or the air won’t be able to circulate to the bottom. This will make both sides crispy.
- If you have an air fryer You can still do this with an oven air fryer. Just reduce the temp to 350 and follow the recipe as is.
frequently asked Questions
To reheat your leftover Air Fryer Grilled Cheese, simply place it in a preheated Air Fryer at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 2-4 minutes, then flip it. This is enough time to crisp up the outsides and melt the insides.
You can put aluminum foil in an air fryer, it’s perfectly safe. But for this Air Fryer Grilled Cheese, we want a crispy outside, so we don’t need foil to cover the sandwich.
serving suggestions
This air fryer grilled cheese sandwich is great with all kinds of side dishes. Serve with salads, soups, fries and vegetables for a delicious lunch or dinner.
- French fries: Serve this dish with a side of Crispy Air Fryer French Fries, Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries, Air Fryer Zucchini Fries, or Air Fryer Potato Wedges.
- salad: Pair this air fryer grilled cheese with cucumber tomato feta salad, spinach salad, chicken salad with grapes, or caprese salad.
- soups: Enjoy this with a bowl of tomato soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken tortilla soup, she crab soup, or baked potato soup.
- Vegetables: Serve this sandwich with a side of crispy air fryer broccoli, air fryer zucchini, sautéed garlic asparagus, or roasted air fryer vegetables.
Make this recipe ahead of time
Go on: You can make this recipe ahead of time and store it in the fridge wrapped in plastic wrap or foil after it cools. Simply heat in the air fryer for a few minutes before serving.
storage: Store this grilled air fryer cheese wrapped in foil or plastic wrap, or in an airtight container, in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Freeze: Once chilled, you can freeze these sandwiches in a freezer-safe ziplock bag for up to 4 months. Simply defrost in the fridge or heat up directly in the air fryer.
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Grilled cheese from the air fryer
This Air Fryer Grilled Cheese is crispy and buttery on the outside and full of melted, gooey cheese. It’s so delicious and easy to make.
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Servings: 2
Calories: 501kcal
instructions
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Preheat your basket air fryer to 370 degrees Fahrenheit. Note: If you have an air fryer, reduce the number of degrees to 350.
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Using a pastry brush, spread the melted butter on one side of 1 slice of bread. Then place on a plate, buttered side down.
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Add 1 slice Havarti and 1 slice cheddar cheese and top with another slice of bread. Generously butter the top of the second slice of bread. Repeat with the other grilled cheese sandwich.
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Now place both sandwiches in the basket air fryer and air fryer on one side for 4 minutes, then flip and bake for another 4 minutes. Serve warm.
Remarks
- Preheat air fryer To add crunch to the sandwich and not steam it, wait until the air fryer reaches 370 degrees before adding the grilled cheese.
- butter liberally- This step will help keep the bread moist so it doesn’t become dry and crumbly. It also helps it crisp up and turn golden brown.
- flip her- Make sure you turn the sandwiches or the air won’t be able to circulate to the bottom. This will make both sides crispy.
- If you have an air fryer You can still do this with an oven air fryer. Just reduce the temp to 350 and follow the recipe as is.
nutrition
Calories: 501kcal | Carbohydrates: 25G | Protein: 16G | Fat: 38G | Saturated Fatty Acids: 23G | Polyunsaturated fat: 2G | Monounsaturated fatty acids: 10G | Trans fats: 1G | Cholesterol: 102mg | Sodium: 564mg | Potassium: 97mg | Fiber: 1G | Sugar: 3G | Vitamin A: 1093ie | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 402mg | Iron: 2mg
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