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5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwich

This delicious Air Fryer Grilled Cheese has an incredibly crispy outside with pesto, tomato slices, and gooey, melty cheese inside. It's easy to make and is ready in about 10 minutes, prep time included. Once you try the air fryer method, there's no going back!
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: lunch, Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Servings: 2 servings
Author: Rena

Ingredients

  • 4 slices sandwich bread
  • 2 tablespoons softened butter
  • 4 tablespoons homemade pesto
  • 4 thick slices mozzarella cheese
  • 4 thin slices of tomato

Instructions

  • Evenly spread the butter over one side of all your 4 slices of bread. Next, spread the pesto over the other side of your slices.
  • Place 2 slices of bread, butter side down, into the air fryer basket.
  • Top both of them with a slice of mozzarella, tomato then a second slice of mozzarella.
  • To close the sandwich add the remaining slices of bread, butter-side up. The butter needs to be on the outside of the sandwiches to get that nice golden crisp.
  • Air fry at 375°F for 8 minutes, flipping the sandwiches halfway.
  • Slice and serve while warm.

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Notes

  • Storing: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight storage container for up to 2 days. 
  • Reheat: Re-toast in the air fryer at 350 degrees F for 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 530kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 967mg | Potassium: 213mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1.717IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 448mg | Iron: 2mg