Air Fryer Patty Melt
Description
Crispy buttery rye, juicy beef, caramelized onions & melty cheese — diner-style comfort in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
For the patties:
- 8 oz ground beef, 80/20
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the sandwich:
- 1/2 large sweet onion, sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 4 slices rye bread
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- 4 slices Swiss cheese, or American cheese
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions — Air fry sliced onions at 350°F for 8–10 minutes, tossing halfway, until golden and soft.
- Season the beef — Combine ground beef with Worcestershire, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Form into 2 thin patties slightly larger than your bread.
- Cook the patties — Air fry at 370°F for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked through (160°F internal).
- Build the sandwich — Butter one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side, layer cheese, patty, caramelized onions, more cheese, then top slice (buttered side out).
- Toast to golden — Air fry at 360°F for 3–4 minutes per side, until bread is crispy and cheese is fully melted. Slice and serve hot.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Notes
💡 Notes & Tips
- Press the sandwich down lightly for even toasting
- 80/20 beef gives the juiciest result
- Room-temperature cheese melts before the bread over-browns
- Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes — never the microwave
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 591kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 132mgSodium: 1281mgPotassium: 690mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 643IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 390mgIron: 5mg