Ingredients
1 Tbsp butter, room temperature
2 tsp grated Parmesan
1/4 tsp Italian seasoning
2 slices sourdough bread
4 slices cheese
Instructions
1
First, combine the room temperature butter, grated Parmesan, and Italian seasoning in a bowl. Then, spread the butter mixture over one side of each piece of bread, from edge to edge.
2
Place the sliced cheese between the two pieces of bread, buttered sides facing out.
3
Preheat the air fryer (if yours does not have a preheat setting, let it run for about four minutes at 400ºF).
4
Finally, place the sandwich in the air fryer basket. Cook at 350ºF for five minutes, then flip and cook for 5 minutes on the other side, or until golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted through. Slice and serve.
Key Points About Ingredients:
- Sourdough bread adds a tangy depth of flavor and sturdy structure that holds up beautifully to the air fryer's circulating heat, resulting in an extra-crispy crust.
- Room temperature butter is essential here — it spreads easily and evenly to the edges, ensuring every bite gets that golden, herb-infused crust.
- Grated Parmesan mixed into the butter creates a savory, slightly nutty crust that elevates this sandwich far beyond a standard grilled cheese.
- Italian seasoning adds aromatic herbaceous notes from dried basil, oregano, and thyme, making the buttered crust taste gourmet with zero extra effort.
- Using four slices of cheese ensures maximum melt and gooey pull — choose a good melting cheese like American, provolone, or mozzarella for best results.
Key Nutritional Insights:
- This sandwich is a satisfying source of protein and calcium, largely thanks to the generous four slices of cheese — great for bone health.
- Sourdough bread has a lower glycemic index compared to white bread, meaning it may cause a slower rise in blood sugar levels.
- The Parmesan and butter combo adds richness along with fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin A and vitamin K, which support vision and blood clotting.
- While this recipe is higher in saturated fat due to the cheese and butter, enjoying it as an occasional treat fits well within a balanced diet.
- Pairing this sandwich with a fresh green salad or tomato soup can round out the meal with added fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size1
- Amount per serving
- Calories620
- Standard DV% Daily Value*
- Total Fat38 g72 g52.78%
- Saturated Fat22 g20 g110%
- Trans Fat1 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat2 g
- Monounsaturated Fat10 g
- Cholesterol105 mg300 mg35%
- Sodium1050 mg2300 mg45.65%
- Total Carbohydrate46 g275 g16.73%
- Dietary Fiber2 g28 g7.14%
- Total Sugars3 g
- Added Sugars1 g50 g2%
- Sugar Alcohal0 g
- Protein26 g50 g52%
- Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol)24 mcg20 mcg120%
- Calcium520 mg1300 mg40%
- Iron3 mg18 mg16.67%
- Potassium180 mg4700 mg3.83%
- Vitamin A900 mcg900 mcg100%
- Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)0 mg90 mg0%
- Vitamin E (Tocopherol)1 mg15 mg6.67%
- Vitamin K4 mcg120 mcg3.33%
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)0.4 mg1.2 mg33.33%
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)0.3 mg1.3 mg23.08%
- Vitamin B3 (Niacin)3 mg16 mg18.75%
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)0.1 mg1.7 mg5.88%
- Folate60 mcg400 mcg15%
- Vitamin B12 (Cobalamine)1 mcg2.4 mcg41.67%
- Biotin4 mcg30 mcg13.33%
- Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid)0.5 mg5 mg10%
- Choline40 mg550 mg7.27%
- Phosphorus420 mg1250 mg33.6%
- Iodine30 mcg150 mcg20%
- Magnesium28 mg420 mg6.67%
- Zinc2.5 mg11 mg22.73%
- Selenium22 mcg55 mcg40%
- Copper0.1 mg0.9 mg11.11%
- Manganese0.5 mg2.3 mg21.74%
- Chromium2 mcg35 mcg5.71%
- Molybdenum8 mcg45 mcg17.78%
- Chloride600 mg2300 mg26.09%
