Air Fryer Cheese & Ham Toastie
Description
Crispy, golden bread on the outside and gooey melted cheese with savory ham in the middle—this Air Fryer Cheese & Ham Toastie is the ultimate quick lunch or snack! It takes only a handful of ingredients and cooks in minutes.
🧀 Ingredients
- 2 slices thick bread or sourdough
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- 2–4 slices ham
- ½ cup (50–60 g) shredded mature cheddar
- ½ tsp Dijon or English mustard
- 1 tbsp chopped chives, optional
- Black pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Butter both sides of the bread.
- Spread mustard on the inside of one slice.
- Add half the shredded cheddar, followed by the ham.
- Top with the remaining cheese and place the second slice of bread on top.
- Place the sandwich in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 4–5 minutes, then carefully flip.
- Continue cooking for another 4–5 minutes, until the bread is golden and crisp and the cheese is completely melted.
- Remove, let it cool for a minute, slice in half, and serve hot.
💡 Pro Tips
- Use thick-cut bread so the sandwich holds its filling and becomes beautifully crisp.
- Mature cheddar gives the toastie a stronger, richer flavor, while Gruyère makes it nuttier and extra creamy.
- Don’t overload the sandwich with ham—the cheese needs room to melt evenly.
- Air fryers vary, so start checking after the first 8 minutes.
❓ Quick Q&A
Q: Can I use mozzarella?
Yes! Mozzarella gives you a wonderfully stretchy, mild cheese filling.
Q: Can I make it without mustard?
Absolutely. Simply leave it out or replace it with a little mayonnaise.
Q: What can I serve with it?
Tomato soup, a green salad, coleslaw, or crispy potato wedges make great sides.
Q: Can I use frozen bread?
Yes, but allow an extra minute or two if needed.
🍽️ Nutrition
Approx. 550–630 calories per toastie, depending on the bread, butter, ham, and amount of cheese used.
