This Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwich is the ultimate comfort food—crispy on the outside, with a gooey, cheesy filling inside. Skip the skillet and make it in the air fryer for an easy, delicious meal in just 10 minutes!
Table of Contents
- Comforting and satisfying
- Only 3 ingredients
- Ready in 10 minutes
- Perfectly toasted bread
- Customizable to your taste
What is a Grilled Cheese Sandwich?
A grilled cheese sandwich is a simple yet delicious combination of melted cheese and crispy, buttery bread. In this recipe, the air fryer does all the work, giving you a golden, crunchy crust without needing a skillet.
Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Grilled Cheese
- Avoid overcrowding: Leave enough space around the sandwich in the air fryer to allow proper air circulation for even cooking.
- Use thick bread: Choose thick bread, like Texas toast, for the best texture. Thin bread can be used in a pinch, but thick bread adds extra flavor and crispiness.
- Don’t oversaturate with mayo: Spread just enough mayo to coat the bread. Too much mayo can make the bread soggy.
- Secure the sandwich: Use toothpicks to hold the sandwich together and prevent the bread from flying apart during cooking.
- Monitor cooking time: Depending on bread thickness and air fryer model, cook time may vary. Keep an eye on your sandwich to avoid burning.
What to Serve with Air Fried Grilled Cheese
- Soup
- Chips
- Salad
- French Fries
- Apples
- Fruit Salad
Pair this sandwich with something light like chips and a pickle, or serve it alongside a warm bowl of soup for a comforting meal.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 557
- Total Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Cholesterol: 67mg
- Sodium: 805mg
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: 18g
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread (any type)
- 4 slices of cheddar cheese
- 4 tablespoons of mayonnaise
Instructions
- Lay the slices of bread on a flat surface.
- Spread mayonnaise evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
- Place the trivet inside the air fryer basket.
- Place one slice of bread (mayo side down) in the basket, then add two slices of cheddar cheese on top of the bread.
- Place the second slice of bread (mayo side up) on top of the cheese.
- Secure the sandwich with toothpicks at each corner to keep it together during cooking.
- Set the air fryer to 400°F and cook for 5 minutes.
- Flip the sandwich and cook for an additional 3 minutes to get it golden and crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer, plate, and serve.
Enjoy your delicious, perfectly toasted Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwich!