Air Fryer Cheesy Grilled Cheese

This Air Fryer Cheesy Grilled Cheese is perfectly golden and crispy on the outside with irresistibly gooey melted cheese inside. It’s a quick comfort-food classic that’s ready in minutes.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

4 slices bread (white, sourdough, Texas toast, or whole wheat)
2 tbsp softened butter (or mayonnaise)
4 slices cheddar cheese
2 slices mozzarella, Swiss, or provolone cheese
½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
½ tsp dried parsley (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 370°F (188°C) for 3 minutes.
Butter the bread: Spread butter (or mayonnaise) evenly on one side of each bread slice.
Assemble: Place two slices of bread butter-side down. Layer with cheddar and mozzarella, then top with the remaining bread slices, butter-side up.
Air fry: Place the sandwiches in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Cook for 4–5 minutes, then carefully flip and cook for another 4–5 minutes, until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is completely melted.
Let the sandwiches rest for 1–2 minutes, then slice in half and serve.

Optional Add-Ins

Crispy bacon
Sliced tomato
Caramelized onions
Thinly sliced ham
Pepperoni
Jalapeños
Fresh spinach

Serving Suggestions

Tomato soup
French fries
Potato chips
Coleslaw
Pickles
Fresh fruit

Tips

Use a combination of cheeses for the best flavor and stretch.
If your air fryer has a powerful fan, secure the top slice with a toothpick for the first few minutes to prevent it from lifting.
Avoid overfilling the sandwich so the cheese melts evenly.
For an extra crispy crust, spread a thin layer of mayonnaise instead of butter on the outside of the bread.

Enjoy this crispy, buttery Air Fryer Cheesy Grilled Cheese fresh from the air fryer while the cheese is hot and melty!