Air Fryer Tomato, Pesto & Fresh Mozzarella Grilled Cheese
Air Fryer Tomato, Pesto & Fresh Mozzarella Grilled Cheese is an upscale twist on traditional grilled cheese as it combines fresh mozzarella, pesto, and sliced tomatoes for a grilled cheese sandwich that is bursting with so much flavor.
Air Fryer Tomato, Pesto & Fresh Mozzarella Grilled Cheese
Air Fryer Grilled cheese is one of the best and easiest ways to make grilled cheese! You will love making this Air Fryer Tomato Pesto and fresh mozzarella grilled cheese right in your Air Fryer. This sandwich is fail-proof as it toasts your bread to perfection while leaving the cheese gooey in the middle. This sandwich is the perfect combination of flavors that are out of this world!
How to make Air Fryer Tomato, Pesto & Fresh Mozzarella Grilled Cheese
- Preheat the air fryer to 350 F.
- Spread butter onto one side of each slice of bread.
- Spread one tablespoon of pesto across the top surface of the bread.
- Then top with fresh mozzarella cheese & tomatoes.
- Place a slice of bread on top, butter side up.
- Place the sandwich in the air fryer for 6-8 minutes or until the cheese has fully melted.
- Serve & enjoy.
Tips Tricks and FAQs
- Add a little more flavor by adding basil and drizzling balsamic vinegar. It will be like having Caprese salad in every bite.
- You want to make sure that you use fresh mozzarella. There is a huge difference in flavor. If you have never had fresh mozzarella you are in for a real treat with the sandwich.
- You can use store-bought pesto or make a small batch of homemade Pesto. You will love the flavor of the fresh pesto you can make in minutes.
- With limited ingredients, you want to make sure you use the very best ingredients. For your tomatoes choose vine ripe tomatoes. These have the most amount of flavor.
- Swap out the cheese! Try using cheddar, pepper jack, or another flavor of cheese to change out the flavor.
Storage
I highly recommend making this sandwich fresh that way it stays crispy and the cheese is incredibly gooey.
What kind of bread should I use?
With this sandwich, the sky’s the limit with your bread options. You can use traditional white or whole wheat. You can even try some delicious homemade bread.
What can I serve with this?
Pair this sandwich with a delicious bowl of tomato soup. You won’t regret this perfect combination.
You can also pair with some potato chips or a side salad.
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Air Fryer Tomato, Pesto & Fresh Mozzarella Grilled Cheese
Air Fryer Tomato, Pesto & Fresh Mozzarella Grilled Cheese is an upscale twist on traditional grilled cheese as it combines fresh mozzarella, pesto, and sliced tomatoes for a grilled cheese sandwich that is bursting with so much flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 Slices of Bread
- Butter
- Sliced Fresh Mozzarella
- Pesto
- Sliced Tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 350 F.
- Spread butter onto one side of each slice of bread.
- Spread one tablespoon of pesto across the top surface of the bread.
- Then top with fresh mozzarella cheese & tomatoes.
- Place a slice of bread on top, butter side up.
- Place the sandwich in the air fryer for 6-8 minutes or until the cheese has fully melted.
- Serve & enjoy.
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
