Air fryer grilled cheese with avocado and bacon is the ultimate grilled cheese sandwich. This bacon avocado grilled cheese sandwich is rich and cheesy, and the bread is so crunchy!

With this easy recipe you’ll know how to make the best air fried grilled cheese or grilled cheese in an air fryer. You’ll be able to make the best bacon grilled cheese, avocado grilled cheese or bacon avocado grilled cheese sandwich!

All of them and so much more.

This air fryer grilled cheese is the best you’ll ever have. This bacon avocado grilled cheese takes air fried grilled cheese to another level and you’ll understand once you try it for yourself.

Two slices of air fryer grilled cheese sandwich on white plate

Grilled cheese is one of those recipes that never gets old. It’s simple comfort food that every child and adult loves. Every time I make a grilled cheese for dinner, I’ve reminded of how I’ve grown into my food tastes and loves this year. (but secretly, as an adult, I want to take off the crusts still!)

When I was a young child, all I needed for my grilled cheese sandwich was a lot of cheese between two slices of bread. But now…I want all the toppings and I want them all.

After all, with a canvas as blank as melted cheese on toasted bread, why not add some different colors, well, flavors in this case, to the mix. Grilled cheese sandwiches are the perfect vehicle for all sorts of amazing tastes and textures. Including bacon.

If I’ve learned one thing growing up, it’s that bacon really does make everything better. This is why I’m pretty much obsessed with the flavor of this Bacon Grilled Cheese sandwich…because it’s salty and delicious and crispy, all in one.

Grilled Cheese Sandwiches – A Brief History

Grilled cheese sandwiches have been around in one form or another for centuries. Ancient Roman cookbooks reference combining bread and cheese for dinner, so this is a very old idea. In 1910, the French introduced the Croque Monsieur – which is basically an extra fancy ham and grilled cheese sandwich.

The Americanized version of the Croque Monsieur – what we now simply called a grilled cheese sandwich in North America – was invented in the early 1900s not long after the Croque Monsieur. During that time, a young man named James L. Kraft – yes, THAT Kraft – was pushed out of his partner’s business.

He soon began his own cheese wholesale company, and in short order, he realized that the biggest obstacle he faced was spoilage. In 1915, he solved that by creating what has now become Kraft Singles. This cheese could be transported across the country without spoilage.

Over time, these simple slices found their way onto toasted bread, and voila. The grilled cheese sandwich was born.

Of course, if you know me at all, you know I’m all about real cheese, so you won’t find a processed cheese anywhere on my delicious Bacon avocado grilled cheese sandwich, however, you will find delicious, melty goodness along with the crispness of bacon and the cool creaminess of avocado.

Air fried grilled chese sandwich on white plate with another grilled cheese sandwich in background

Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Like any grilled cheese sandwich, this air fried grilled cheese is super easy to make. In fact, you only need five simple ingredients! Although it only takes a few ingredients to make this delicious bacon avocado grilled cheese, you’ll find that the flavors are far greater than the sum of their parts.

Ingredients

What did I tell you? Simple, right? You only need a few ingredients to create one of the tastiest grilled cheese sandwiches you’ll ever eat. And if you think the ingredient list is simple, just wait until you make it!

6 slices bacon, cooked
4 slices bread
2 tablespoon butter, softened
1 cup jack and cheddar cheese, shredded
¼ cup guacamole

I don’t know about you but my mouth is watering just staring at these pictures. Pair this up with a bowl of My Grandma’s Cream of Tomato Soup and I’ll be one happy camper.

Putting it Together

If you’ve ever made a grilled cheese sandwich – and who hasn’t – you already know exactly what to do for most of this recipe. The full details for making the air fried grilled cheese are in the recipe below, but the long and short of it is that you layer the ingredients on the bread and then pop the whole thing into the air fryer. It’s as easy as pie, or should I say grilled cheese.

Tip to Make the Perfect Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwich

You either have the skill for making grilled cheese, or you don’t. I like to think that over the years, I’ve perfected my grilled cheese making abilities and I’m happy to share some of my cooking tips with all of you.

Use Mayo in Place of Butter

If you’re not a fan of using butter on your bread to crisp it up, a good alternative to use is mayonnaise. I know, it’s shocking, right? The fat in the mayonnaise browns and crisps just the way that the fat in the butter does. The craziest part is that you can’t even tell a difference in the taste.

Mayonnaise is the perfect spreadable option to put on your bread and creates the perfect golden brown coloring as well. I’ve actually been using this secret for years and never had an issue with my crust looking too brown or burnt.

Spraying Your Air Fryer to Prevent Sticking

While it’s probably not going to happen due to the butter on your bread, you don’t want to forget to spray your air fryer basket so that it doesn’t stick. You never know when the cheese is going to melt right out of the bread and cause a bit of a sticky (yet delicious) mess. I find that spraying is one of those better safe than sorry things for this recipe.

Two halves of air fryer grilled cheese sandwich stacked atop one another on white plate with another bacon avocado grilled cheese in background

Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Sandwich Variations

The other great part about making grilled cheese is that it’s super simple to change up the taste. While I’m a fan of using the same ingredients over and over again, it’s fun to change it up now and again, too.

Some simple ways to add variety to your grilled cheese can be found below.

Change Your Cheeses

Just by simply changing the type of cheese you’re going to change the entire flavor of your air fryer sandwich as well. I love to try spicy cheeses like pepper jack or even ghost pepper cheese from time to time. I’m always amazed at how easy this recipe is! In just about 10 minutes of time, I’m chowing down!

Try Different Fillings

We all know the classic ham and cheese grilled cheese variation, and you’re reading about my bacon avocado grilled cheese variation. Both of these already tell you something. You can do ANYTHING with a grilled cheese sandwich.

Try all kinds of different deli meats alongside your cheese in these sandwiches. If you love bacon, try its fattier cousin, fatback. Get it nice and crispy and throw it on your sandwich!

There’s a bit of truth to the fact that many people make grilled cheese because it’s a fast and simple recipe. But just because I really like to challenge myself, there is more to the story when it comes to fun hacks to try.

If for some reason you overcook a side of the bread or just have a picky child who says it’s too “done”, don’t toss out the whole sandwich. One of the easiest ways to fix that burnt bread is to use a butter knife and gently scrape off that brown or black coloring.

You can totally save that piece of bread because all that you’ve really done is just burn the top layer of the butter coating! Don’t toss out the whole bread for that! Simply scrape it off and it will look as good as new.

Save the Crusts for a Cheesy Snack

More than likely, you have someone in your family that doesn’t like the crust on their air fried grilled cheese. Instead of throwing it out, plan ahead and use this as a chance to make yourself a treat instead.

All you have to do is take the shredded cheese all the way to the edges before putting it into your air fryer. Then, when it comes time for your child to want the crust cut, you’ll gladly be able to do so and get yourself a simple snack in the process!

What to Eat with Air Fryer Grilled Cheese

The biggest food item that people eat with grilled cheese is tomato soup. This is the most common but there are actually a lot of other food recipes to add-in. I’m also a huge fan of steamed veggies or even a giant side salad as well.

What do you dip grilled cheese in?

Did you know that there are some people who actually eat their grilled cheese sandwich after they’ve dipped it into a condiment or ingredient?

The most common things to dip your grilled cheese into are marinara sauce, ketchup, and ranch dressing.

Have fun making this delicious grilled cheese sandwich. It truly is an amazing flavor and taste with the added bacon and avocado!

Storing Air Fryer Grilled Cheese

While I’m confident you’ll never ever need to store leftovers when you make this recipe, you should know that you can store them. Grilled cheese can be stored in the refrigerator in an air-tight container for about 2 to 3 days.

To reheat the sandwiches wrap them in foil and heat them in a warm oven for 15 to 20 minutes. Only make the oven warm. You’re heating the sandwiches through, not cooking them.

Be aware that while you can save this in the fridge and reheat them, they won’t be nearly as good as they are when they’re freshly made.

FAQ

This recipe is so easy, there’s not much to go over here. There are just a few things to remember.

Q: I don’t want to use butter on my bread. Can I use something else?
A: Yep! Mayonnaise works wonderfully. It crisps up golden brown, and you can’t tell a difference in the flavor.

Q: Can I use any kind of cheese in grilled cheese?
A: Absolutely. Any cheese at all will work. Sliced cheese, shredded cheese – it all works.

Q: What else can I put on my grilled cheese?
A: You can put almost anything on your grilled cheese sandwich. Try different cheese, different deli meats, and more. Get creative!

Q: How do I make sure my air fryer basket doesn’t get super messy?
A: The first thing to remember is not to overload your grilled cheese sandwich. The second thing to remember is to spray an even layer of cooking spray on your basket.

Q: Can I store grilled cheese sandwiches?
A: You CAN store grilled cheese in the fridge for a couple of days, but I don’t recommend it. It just isn’t as good.

Q: How do I reheat cold grilled cheese?
A: Wrap your grilled cheese in foil and heat it for 15 to 20 minutes in a warm oven.

Try This Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Today

It doesn’t get more delicious or easier than this air fried grilled cheese sandwich. Made with only five ingredients, this bacon avocado grilled cheese sandwich is full of flavor – and most importantly, cheese! It’s a delicious twist on a classic that everyone in your family will love.

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Course Breakfast, brunch, lunch, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings sandwiches