I have found the solution if you are dreaming of a golden and crisp grilled cheese sandwich.
The air fryer will get you that golden, crisp, melt in your mouth gooey filled grilled cheese sandwich. An air fryer grilled cheese sandwich is perfect in taking this classic sandwich to a whole new level. Why the air fryer? Grilled cheese sandwiches on the stove always left me with more to be desired. The cooking was uneven and I was left with charred bread on the outside with room temperature cheese on the inside or soggy bread. I want crispy that I can bite into and cheese that is perfectly melted on the inside. A sandwich I can hold in my hands and be proud of. The best part is that grilled cheese sandwiches are a great pick me up, nostalgic treat or can be made into a weeknight meal.
What temperature and how long should I could it for? But what cheese should I use?
What is the perfect temperature and how long should I could it for?
For a golden, crisp, melt in your mouth grilled cheese sandwich I cooked ours at 375 degrees F for 5-7 minutes flipping halfway through. Your perfect temperature will depend on how thick your bread is and how many slices of cheese you use. I used sough dough bread coupled with 2 slices of cheddar cheese.
What cheese should I choose?
This recipe uses a classic mild cheddar cheese. Try different variations from mild to sharp to suit your taste buds. American works well and will bring you back a nostalgic feel. You can also use a creamy havarti or Gouda. I tend to stay away from grated cheese. It gets messy and I undoubtedly end of getting shreds of cheese on the countertop, floor and all over the inside of the air fryer. Keep it simple and delicious.
Choose thin slices of cheese as these tend to melt faster.
What should I pair my grilled cheese sandwich with?
Try a classic like tomato soup to dip your crispy grilled cheese sandwich into or turn it into a meal with golden fries made in the air fryer.
What variations can I do to the classic grilled cheese sandwich?
Ham or slices of fresh tomato take this classic dish to a whole new level.
The Best Crispy Air Fryer Grilled Cheese
Ingredients
- 2 slices hearty sourdough or any white sandwich bread
- 2 slices your favorite type of sliced cheese. Choose cheese that melts well (see above on what type of cheese to choose).
- 2 tbsp room temperature butter I prefer Kerrygold
Instructions
- Once the butter has softened, spread the butter on each of the 2 slices of bread
- Layer your favorite slices of cheese on each side of the non-buttered bread
- Close the sandwich with the buttered sides on the outside
- Next place the sandwich in the center of your air fryer. Set a temperature of 350 degrees F , choose air fry and set for 5-7 minutes depending on the thickness of your bread. Flip halfway through.