Air Fryer Pimento Cheese Sandwich
Pimento Cheese Sandwich combines sharp cheddar, cream cheese, pimentos, and sourdough bread; air fry at 375°F for 8 minutes until golden with a gooey, tangy center.
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Method
- 1
Mix cheddar, cream cheese, pimentos, mayo, garlic powder, and cayenne until combined.
- 2
Spread pimento cheese generously on 2 bread slices. Top with remaining slices.
- 3
Butter the outsides of each sandwich.
- 4
Air fry at 375°F for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and cheese is melty.
- 5
Cut diagonally and serve immediately.
Pro tip. Room temperature cream cheese mixes much easier. The pimento cheese also works great as a dip or spread. Use thick-cut bread so it holds up to the heavy filling. Butter the outside, not the inside.
Why the air fryer wins here
- Ready in 8 minutes. The same dish takes about 13 in a conventional oven, plus preheating.
- Fast-moving hot air browns the outside before the inside dries out, so you get color without babysitting.
- Cleanup is a basket, not a sheet pan and a splattered stovetop.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate perishable leftovers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Reheat leftovers to 165°F (74°C) throughout, measured with a food thermometer. USDA leftover safety guidance.
Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes rather than the microwave so the outside crisps back up. See the reheat guide for exact times by food.
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