Ingredients · Dairy & eggs
Cheese
From mozzarella stretch to Parmesan dust. Fat and protein that brown and blister.
In the air fryer. Add near the end so cheese melts without burning crumbs underneath.
Nutrition
Typical values per 30g cheddar
120kcal
- Protein
- 7g
- Fat
- 10g
- Carbs
- 0g
- Sodium
- 180mg
Approximate kitchen reference. Not a lab label. Brands and cuts vary.
Origin
Dairy cultures worldwide; style defines melt (young) vs grate (aged).
Herbal & culinary notes
Calcium and protein; sodium and saturated fat vary. Portion with your eyes open.
How to store
Fridge, wrapped to breathe slightly (wax/parchment then loose plastic). Hard cheeses last longer than soft.
Food safety
Soft cheeses made from unpasteurized milk are higher risk for pregnant people. Follow local guidance. Mold on hard cheese can be cut away with margin; soft cheese with mold: discard.
Food hazards
Listeria risk higher with some soft-ripened and unpasteurized cheeses. Milk allergen.
Recipes using Cheese
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Air Fryer Pizza
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Air Fryer Burgers
Juicy beef burgers with a browned crust from the basket: cheese melts in the last minute.
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Crunchy breaded mozzarella sticks that actually hold together: freeze before you fry.
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