Diagonally cut toastie with cooked ham and melted cheese
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Air fryer ham and cheese toasties

Air fryer ham and cheese toasties with cooked ham, Gouda and a little mustard. A thin coating of butter helps the bread turn golden.

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Total time 21 min
Calories 351 kcal
Servings 2 servings
Difficulty Easy
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Why this recipe works

Butter outside, mustard and cheese inside

Four bread slices make two closed sandwiches. The ham is already cooked; this step heats the bread and melts the cheese. Secure lightweight slices only as the appliance instructions allow.

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Recipe

Air fryer ham and cheese toasties

Air fryer ham and cheese toasties with cooked ham, Gouda and a little mustard. A thin coating of butter helps the bread turn golden.

Ingredients

2 servings

Method

  1. 1

    Prepare

    Spread butter thinly on the outside of the bread. Spread mustard inside and trim ham and cheese to fit.

  2. 2

    Mix and season

    Close sandwiches and press lightly. Keep cheese within the edges. Use an approved rack if needed to prevent lifting.

  3. 3

    Cook

    If required by the manufacturer, preheat for 3 minutes at 180 °C. Toast side by side for about 8 minutes at 180 °C. Turn gently with a spatula after 4 minutes. Do not stack.

  4. 4

    Check and serve

    Check that cheese has melted and bread is golden. Cut diagonally and take care with the hot filling.

Kitchen know-how

Tips for Air fryer ham and cheese toasties

What matters

Excess butter drips off rather than improving the toast. A thin film is enough.

Serving guidance

The timing suits standard sandwich slices, not very thick bread.

Variations

How to adapt this recipe

Emmental also melts well and tastes nuttier than Gouda.

Omit mustard if guests dislike it; no replacement spread is required.

Nutrition per serving

351kcal
28.4 gCarbohydrates
18.7 gProtein
17.1 gFat

Values are estimates per serving and may vary depending on the ingredients, brands, portion size and preparation method used.

Frequently asked questions

FAQ about Air fryer ham and cheese toasties

No, the basic recipe specifically uses cooked ham.

Airflow moves lightweight bread. Use only a securing method approved by the manufacturer.

No, contact surfaces stay soft. Use separate batches in a small basket and allow extra time.

Overhanging slices melt into the basket. Cut cheese slightly smaller than the bread.

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