Air Fryer Carnivore Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Description
This Carnivore Grilled Cheese uses carnivore bread (egg & cheese–based) instead of traditional bread, then gets air-fried until golden and crunchy with a gooey cheese pull inside. No grains, no plants—just cheese, eggs, butter, and pure comfort.
Ingredients
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2 slices carnivore sandwich bread
(or egg-cheese flatbread cut into squares) -
2–3 slices cheddar, mozzarella, or Colby-Jack
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1–2 tbsp butter (softened)
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Optional: 1 slice American cheese for extra melt
Instructions
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Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 2–3 minutes.
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Butter one side of each bread slice.
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Place cheese between the unbuttered sides to form a sandwich.
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Put sandwich in air fryer basket.
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Air fry for 4–5 minutes, flip carefully, then air fry another 3–4 minutes until golden and melty.
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Rest 1 minute, slice, and enjoy that cheese pull
Serving Suggestions
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Eat as-is (it’s rich and filling)
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Dip into warm bone broth
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Add bacon inside for a carnivore melt
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Pair with fried eggs for breakfast
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Slice into fingers for snacking
Variations
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Ultra cheesy: Use 3–4 cheese slices
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Bacon grilled cheese: Add cooked bacon inside
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Beefy version: Add thin cooked ground beef or steak
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Extra crispy: Brush outside with beef tallow instead of butter
Related Questions
Is this strict carnivore?
Yes—using carnivore bread, cheese, butter, and salt only.
Can I use a waffle iron instead?
Absolutely—press until crispy and melty.
What’s the best cheese?
Cheddar for flavor, mozzarella for stretch, American for melt.
Can I make it dairy-light?
Use harder cheeses and less butter.
Nutrition (approx. per sandwich)
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Calories: 380–420 kcal
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Protein: 18–22g
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Fat: 30–34g
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Carbs: ~1g
Final Thoughts
This Air Fryer Carnivore Grilled Cheese proves you don’t need carbs for comfort food. It’s fast, crunchy, melty, and ridiculously satisfying—perfect for quick meals or cravings. One bite and you’ll forget regular bread even exists 