Croque-monsieur in the air fryer

Main Dish
Very Easy
20 min
469 Kcal

An ultra-crispy croque-monsieur in no time at all? Challenge accepted! Thanks to the Air Fryer, no more waiting by the oven: in just a few minutes, you'll have a beautifully golden, wonderfully gooey, irresistibly delicious croque-monsieur :) With a creamy béchamel sauce and a generous topping of gratinéed cheese, every bite is a deliciously nostalgic indulgence!

Ingredients

4

For the béchamel sauce:

Materials

  • Saucepan
  • Air Fryer

Preparation

Preparation10 min
Cook time10 min
  • Croque-monsieur in the air fryer - Preparation step 1Make a béchamel sauce by melting the butter, then adding the flour and milk until you reach the desired consistency. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  • Croque-monsieur in the air fryer - Preparation step 2Spread a tablespoon of béchamel sauce on each slice of bread. Top with grated cheese.
  • Croque-monsieur in the air fryer - Preparation step 3Place the slice of ham (half a slice was enough here) on one slice of bread and cover with the other slice.
  • Croque-monsieur in the air fryer - Preparation step 4Spread béchamel sauce over the tops of the croque-monsieurs and cover with grated cheese.
  • Croque-monsieur in the air fryer - Preparation step 5Place the croque-monsieurs in the Air Fryer and cook for 10 minutes at 370°F/190°C in "Air Fry" mode.
  • Croque-monsieur in the air fryer - Preparation step 6And there you have it—it's ready!

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FAQ ❓

Can I use a different cheese for this croque-monsieur?

Of course! You can replace the grated cheese with Comté, Cheddar, or even a blend of several cheeses for an extra-indulgent touch.
Make sure to coat the top with béchamel sauce and don't cook it for too long. Around 10 minutes is generally enough for a soft, golden croque-monsieur.
Yes! Arrange them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake at 370°F/190°C for around 15 minutes, until they're golden and the cheese is bubbling. You can follow the recipe by clicking right here.
You can keep uncooked croque-monsieurs in the fridge for around 24 hours, tightly wrapped in cling film. Once cooked, they can be kept in the fridge for 1 day and reheated for a few minutes in the Air Fryer or oven before serving.
Yes, you can freeze croque-monsieurs before cooking. Wrap them individually in cling film or put them in a freezer bag. To cook them, simply put them straight into the Air Fryer or oven without defrosting them first, and extend the cooking time slightly.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 469Kcal
  • Carbo: 37.8g
  • Total fat: 23g
  • Saturated fat: 13.8g
  • Proteins: 24.8g
  • Fibers: 4.8g
  • Sugar: 9.5g
  • ProPoints: 12
  • SmartPoints: 17
Nutritional information for 1 serving (261g)

Cookware

air fryer

Attributes

Suitable for freezing
Keep refrigerated
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Adèle PeychesAdèle Peyches
Editorial manager who just can't wait for winter to enjoy fondue! Passionate about gastronomy and always on the lookout for new culinary gems, I first studied law before returning to my first love: the taste of good products and the joy of sharing around the table :)

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