Making a grilled cheese sandwich in the air fryer is so fast and easy. They’re a little crisp with lots melty cheese – no flipping required!
Air Fryer Grilled Cheese is a Simple Comfort
Loved by kids and adults alike, grilled cheese are perfect for an easy lunch or dinner with soup or salad!
You can make 4 sandwiches at once (I have a Cosori XL 5.8qt). The air fryer toasts both sides evenly and the sandwiches are perfectly crispy with gooey melted cheese. Cleanup is a breeze, just a wipe of the basket!
Pair with homemade fresh tomato soup for a delicious and comforting meal.
Ingredients for Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Bread – Any type bread will work. Try white sandwich bread, French bread, or sour dough. Butter – Lightly spread butter or mayonnaise on the outside of each slice. Replace butter with cooking spray or olive oil. Cheese – Choose cheese slices over shredded cheese if possible – real sharp cheddar cheese or processed cheese slices are both great (my favorite is to include a slice of each).
Variations
Swap out cheddar cheese for American cheese, provolone, gouda, gruyere, or Swiss. Add thin slices of apple or pears – sharp or bold flavors are the best cheeses with fruit. Add a tomato slice, crispy bacon, thin slices of ham, or jalapenos.
How to Make Grilled Cheese in the Air Fryer
Cooking time can vary slightly based on your air fryer so check it early.
Reheating Leftovers
Keep leftover sandwiches in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat them in the air fryer for a couple of minutes.
Cube leftover sandwiches, toast them in the oven, and make them into cheesy croutons for tomato soup! To ensure your sandwich stays together, use thicker bread and cheese slices or secure it with toothpicks until the cheese begins to melt. Did you love these Air Fried Grilled Cheese Sandwiches? Be sure to leave a rating and a comment below! © SpendWithPennies.com. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited. Please view my photo use policy here.
