05/28/2026
Air Fryer Ham and Cheese Toasties (Crispy and Extra Melty) Ingredients for 2 Sandwiches
Four pieces of bread for sandwiches
4 pieces of ham
4 slices of cheese, such as emmental, Swiss, mozzarella, or cheddar
1 to 2 tablespoons of softened butter
2 tablespoons of cream or milk (optional, for extra creaminess)
Black pepper
A small amount of Dijon mustard (optional but very good)
Step 1: Make the Sandwich
Put butter on one side of each piece of bread.
The outside will be the buttered sides. This is what makes the golden crunch.
Turn over two slices, with the buttered side down.
Put the layers like this:
Cheese
Ham
A dash of black pepper
Optional: a thin layer of Dijon
A different piece of cheese
Add the second slice of bread on top, with the buttered side facing up.
Just drizzle a teaspoon of cream over the ham before closing the sandwich if you want it to be extra creamy like in the picture. It melts into everything.
Step 2: Into the Air Fryer
Set your air fryer to 180°C (350°F) and let it heat up for 2 to 3 minutes.
Put the sandwiches in the basket. Don't put too many of them in one place.
Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until:
The bread is a nice golden brown.
The cheese is completely melted and starting to drip.
Add another minute or two if you want it to be extra crispy.
Step 3: Let it sit (very important!)
Before cutting, let them sit for 2 to 3 minutes.
The cheese will be like lava when it comes out of the fryer.
Then cut it in half and enjoy the stretch.
How I Like to Eat It
With a plain green salad
Or dipped into soup made with tomatoes
Or really just standing at the counter while it's still hot
The air fryer makes the outside perfectly crisp without making it dry, and the inside stays rich and creamy.