🥪 Air Fryer Ham & Cheese Toastie
Crispy on the outside, gooey in the middle — and ready in minutes.
🛒 Ingredients (1 sandwich)
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2 slices bread (white, sourdough, or sandwich loaf)
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1–2 slices ham
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1–2 slices cheese (cheddar, Swiss, provolone, or mozzarella)
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1–2 teaspoons softened butter (or mayo for extra crispness)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Assemble
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Butter one side of each bread slice.
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Place one slice butter-side down.
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Add ham and cheese.
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Top with second slice, butter-side up.
2️⃣ Air Fry
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Preheat air fryer to 370°F (188°C) (if your model requires preheating).
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Place sandwich in basket.
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Cook 4–6 minutes, flip halfway through.
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Cook until golden and cheese is melted.
🔥 Tips for the Best Toastie
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Secure with toothpicks if bread is lightweight (remove before eating).
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For extra melt, use shredded cheese.
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Add Dijon mustard or a thin tomato slice for flavor.
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Don’t overcrowd — cook one at a time for best crispness.
⏱️ Quick Variations
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🧄 Garlic butter instead of plain butter
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🌶️ Add jalapeños for heat
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🍳 Add a fried egg after cooking
If you’d like, I can give you a crunchy croque-monsieur–style version made in the air fryer.