Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Delight (Printer-Friendly Version)
Quickly make golden, crispy grilled cheese with melty centers for satisfying comfort food any day.
# What You'll Need:
→ Sandwich Components
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4 slices sandwich bread, preferably thick-cut
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4 ounces semi-hard cheese such as cheddar or Havarti, sliced
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter or mayonnaise, softened
→ Optional For Assembly
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2 toothpicks, for securing thin bread
# Steps to Follow:
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Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter or mayonnaise across one side of each bread slice, ensuring complete coverage to the edges for uniform crisping.
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Place two slices of bread, spread side down, into the air fryer basket. Top each with two ounces of cheese, then cover with the remaining bread slices, spread side up. Insert a toothpick through each sandwich if using thin bread to prevent top slices from shifting.
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Set air fryer temperature to 370°F. Cook sandwiches for 4 minutes without overcrowding. Carefully flip each sandwich using a spatula and cook for an additional 4 minutes until both sides are golden brown and crisp.
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Remove toothpicks if used and allow sandwiches to rest for 1 minute before slicing, letting the cheese settle to avoid spillage.
# Additional Tips:
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Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to promote crisp, even cooking; two sandwiches is typically the limit.
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Use toothpicks to stabilize thin bread, preventing the air current from lifting the top slice.
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Butter or mayonnaise must be spread thoroughly to the edges to achieve a consistent golden crust.
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Begin checking for doneness at 4 minutes per side as air fryer models vary in heat distribution.
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For optimal texture, briefly rest sandwiches before cutting, allowing melted cheese to set.