Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwich
This air fryer grilled cheese sandwich is the ultimate quick and easy comfort food, crispy on the outside, perfectly melty on the inside, and ready in minutes. Using the air fryer gives you that golden, buttery crunch without the hassle of flipping on the stovetop. It’s the perfect fast lunch, kid-friendly meal, or cozy snack that delivers delicious results every time. Once you try grilled cheese in the air fryer, you’ll never go back!
In this blog post, you will learn how to make the crispiest grilled cheese sandwiches.
How to Make Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
To make the perfect air fryer grilled cheese, start by buttering one side of each slice of bread, making sure to cover the surface completely so you get that golden, crispy finish.
Sprinkle about ¼ cup each of shredded mozzarella and cheddar onto one slice of bread, keeping the buttered side facing outward. Place the open-faced sandwich into the air fryer at 400℉/200℃. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt beautifully.
Once it’s melted and bubbly, place the second slice of bread on top (butter side out) and air fry for another 5 minutes until the sandwich is crisp, melty, and perfectly toasted.
Remove from the air fryer, slice if you like, and enjoy a warm, gooey grilled cheese made in minutes!
If you like cheesy recipes, try my homemade, creamy macaroni & cheese!
Storage
If you have leftover grilled cheese sandwiches, you can easily store them for later without losing all that delicious flavour. Allow the sandwiches to cool completely, then wrap each one tightly in foil or plastic wrap to prevent them from getting soggy.
Place the wrapped sandwiches in an airtight container or a resealable bag. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For longer storage, grilled cheese sandwiches can be frozen. Wrap them well, place them in a freezer-safe container, and store in the freezer for up to 2 months. When you’re ready to enjoy it again, simply reheat in the air fryer or oven to revive that crispy, melty texture.
For the crispiest and best flavour however, it is recommended to cook them and eat on the same day!
What can I serve with air fryer grilled cheese?
Air fryer grilled cheese sandwiches pair perfectly with tomato soup, broccoli cheddar soup, salads, or a bowl of homemade soup. They’re an easy lunch or comforting dinner the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Salted butter: adds rich, buttery flavour and helps create that perfectly golden, crispy crust on the bread as it air fries.
Sourdough bread (or your favourite bread): sourdough brings a delicious tang and sturdy texture that crisps beautifully, but any bread you love will work for this melty grilled cheese.
Mozzarella, shredded: gives the sandwich its irresistible cheese pull and creamy melt, creating that stretchy, gooey center.
Medium cheddar cheese, shredded: adds sharp, bold flavour and balances the mild creaminess of the mozzarella for the perfect cheesy blend.
Tips
- Swap your favourite type of cheese instead of the mozzarella or cheddar.
- Pair with your favourite soup recipe!
You might like these other air fryer recipes.
- Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
- Air Fryer Potato Cubes
- Air Fryer Bagel Bites
- Air Fryer Croutons
- Air Fryer Spicy Boneless Chicken Thighs
Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. salted butter
- 4 slices of sourdough bread or your favourite bread
- 1/2 c. mozzarella shredded
- 1/2 c. medium cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Take the slices of bread and butter them fully on one side each.
- Place 1/4 c. of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top of one slice of the bread.
- Place into the air fryer at 400℉/200℃ and bake for 5 minutes.
- Once the cheese is melted, add the top slice of bread to the grilled cheese sandwich and bake for another 5 minutes.
- Remove from the air fryer and enjoy!
Notes
Author: Sarah Young
In this blog post, you learned how to make air fryer grilled cheese sandwiches.