A patty melt is a delicious cross between a burger and a grilled cheese sandwich, featuring a juicy patty, melted cheese, and caramelized onions all sandwiched between slices of toasted bread. Making it in the air fryer ensures the bread is perfectly crispy and the patty is cooked just right. The secret sauce adds an extra layer of flavor that will keep everyone coming back for more. Here’s how you can make a mouthwatering air fryer patty melt with a secret sauce.
Ingredients
For the Patty Melt:
- 1 pound ground beef (preferably 80/20)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 8 slices rye bread (or your preferred bread)
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Olive oil spray
For the Secret Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste