Air Fryer Broccoli Cheddar (Printable)

Golden grilled sandwiches filled with broccoli and sharp cheddar, cooked quickly in an air fryer.

# Ingredient List:

→ Filling

01 - 1 cup broccoli florets, finely chopped
02 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
03 - 1 garlic clove, minced
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
06 - 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
07 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

→ Sandwich

08 - 4 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
09 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or softened butter for spreading

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes.
02 - Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and broccoli; sauté 3 to 4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
03 - In a bowl, mix the sautéed broccoli with cream cheese and shredded cheddar until homogenous.
04 - Lay out bread slices and spread a thin layer of mayonnaise or softened butter on one side of each slice.
05 - Divide the broccoli-cheddar filling evenly on the unbuttered side of two bread slices. Top with the remaining slices, buttered side out, forming sandwiches.
06 - Place sandwiches in the air fryer basket; cook at 375°F for 4 to 5 minutes per side, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crisp.
07 - Allow sandwiches to cool briefly before slicing and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare
  • Vegetarian and delicious
02 -
  • Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model.
  • Use fresh broccoli for the best flavor and texture.
03 -
  • Ensure bread slices are evenly buttered for best crispiness.
  • Let sandwiches cool for a minute before cutting to keep the filling intact.
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