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Crispy Air Fryer Grilled Cheese

Crispy Air Fryer Grilled Cheese: Comfort Food Redefined

Crispy Air Fryer Grilled Cheese offers a delightful blend of crunchy bread and melty cheese, making it a quick, customizable, and nostalgic comfort food.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 14 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 4 slices Bread Choose your favorite type, like white or whole grain.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Freshly grated for gooiness.
  • 0.5 cup Gruyère Cheese Optional for added flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For spreading on bread.
  • 1 pinch Salt Optional, to taste.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 0.5 cup Sliced Tomatoes Pairs beautifully with cheese.
  • 4 slices Crispy Bacon Adds a savory crunch.
  • 2 tablespoons Cream Cheese Optional, for a sweet twist.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes.
  2. Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
  3. Place one slice of bread, butter-side down, in the air fryer basket and add cheddar cheese.
  4. Top with a second slice of bread, butter-side up.
  5. Air fry the sandwich for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. Check for doneness; the sandwich should be golden and the cheese melted.
  7. Cool for a minute, slice diagonally, and serve.
  8. Enjoy with your preferred dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust the cheese and add-ins to your taste for a customized sandwich experience.

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