Air Fryer Spinach Artichoke Melt (Printable)

A crispy, melty sandwich featuring creamy spinach and artichoke filling made easily in the air fryer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Spinach & Artichoke Dip

01 - 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
02 - 1/2 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
03 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 2 tablespoons sour cream
07 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
10 - Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Grilled Cheese

11 - 8 slices sourdough or white sandwich bread
12 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
13 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, sour cream, garlic, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes until smooth.
02 - Fold in thawed chopped spinach and chopped artichoke hearts until evenly combined.
03 - Arrange bread slices and spread butter on one side of each slice.
04 - Flip slices over and spread approximately 2 tablespoons of spinach-artichoke mixture onto the unbuttered side of four bread slices.
05 - Evenly distribute shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese over the dip-coated slices.
06 - Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side facing outward, forming four sandwiches.
07 - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes.
08 - Place sandwiches in the air fryer basket in a single layer; cook for 4 to 6 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
09 - Allow sandwiches to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy to make using an air fryer
  • Combines creamy spinach and artichoke flavors with melty cheese
02 -
  • Substitute whole wheat or gluten-free bread as desired
  • Use a blend of cheeses such as Gruyère or fontina for added flavor
03 -
  • Make sure to squeeze out excess water from spinach to prevent soggy sandwiches
  • Flip sandwiches carefully halfway through cooking to ensure even browning
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