Best 3 Air Fry Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipes

Indulge in the classic comfort food of grilled cheese sandwiches, now made healthier and crispier with the magic of air frying. This innovative cooking method transforms ordinary sandwiches into golden-brown delights with perfectly melted cheese and a delightful crunch. Discover the secrets to crafting the ultimate air-fryer grilled cheese sandwich, with variations ranging from the classic cheddar and mozzarella combo to adventurous fillings like avocado and bacon. Get ready to elevate your grilled cheese game and impress your taste buds with every bite!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

AIR FRYER GRILLED CHEESE WITH MAYO

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I grew up eating grilled cheese sandwiches made with Velveeta®, and I still think it's absolutely the best for this sandwich. It's flavorful, and melts beautifully. If you happen to have brioche bread on hand, use it because it makes this sandwich taste divine!

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
4 slices white bread
4 ounces processed cheese food (such as Velveeta ®), sliced

Steps:

Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F (180 degrees C).
Spread the mayonnaise on 4 slices of bread. Distribute cheese slices evenly between 2 bread slices, mayonnaise side down. Place the remaining 2 slices on the sandwiches, mayonnaise side up, and lightly press sandwiches to close.
Place the sandwiches in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving some space around them.
Air-fry for 3 to 4 minutes, flip sandwiches, and cook until sandwich is golden brown and cheese is melted, 2 to 3 more minutes. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may have to cook in batches.
Slice sandwiches on the diagonal, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 41.5 mg, Fat 26.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 966.6 mg

AIR FRYER GRILLED CHEESE

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I found that it is easier to get an extra crispy and crunchy grilled cheese sandwich if I use my air fryer. It's also quicker than grilling it in my cast iron skillet.

Provided by Yoly

Categories Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

2 slices bread
1 teaspoon butter, at room temperature
2 slices sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

Preheat air fryer to 380 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Spread 1/2 teaspoon butter on each slice of bread. Place 1 slice of bread, butter side down in the air fryer. Top with 2 slices cheese. Place 2nd slice of bread, butter side up, over cheese.
Air-fry until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip sandwich over and air-fry an additional 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 69.7 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 719.9 mg

AIR-FRYER GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES

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Using the air fryer is a genius way to make these golden, toasty sandwiches. I think this method gets the cheese the gooiest. If I'm making only one air-fryer grilled cheese, I'll also pop in a few fries with the sandwich. -Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
4 slices sourdough bread
2 slices Swiss cheese
2 slices cheddar cheese
2 slices sweet onion
1 medium tomato, sliced
6 cooked bacon strips
2 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

Preheat air fryer to 375°. Combine mayonnaise and mustard; spread over 2 bread slices. Layer with cheeses, onion, tomato and bacon; top with remaining bread. Spread outsides of sandwiches with butter., Place sandwiches in a single layer in air fryer. Cook until cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639 calories, Fat 47g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 1266mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

Tips:

Choose the right bread: For a classic grilled cheese sandwich, use a sturdy bread that can hold up to the heat and cheese, such as sourdough, French bread, or Texas toast.
Use a good quality cheese: Use a cheese that melts well and has a good flavor, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss. You can also use a combination of cheeses for a more complex flavor.
Butter the bread: Buttering the bread helps to create a golden brown crust and prevents the bread from sticking to the air fryer basket.
Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket: Leave some space between the sandwiches so that they can cook evenly.
Cook the sandwiches in batches: If you are making a lot of sandwiches, cook them in batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.
Keep an eye on the sandwiches: Grilled cheese sandwiches can cook quickly, so keep an eye on them to prevent them from burning.

Conclusion:

Air fryer grilled cheese sandwiches are a quick and easy way to enjoy a classic comfort food. By following these tips, you can make perfect grilled cheese sandwiches in your air fryer every time. So next time you're craving a grilled cheese sandwich, reach for your air fryer and give this recipe a try!