Baked Grilled Cheese
Transform your classic comfort food with this easy and foolproof recipe for Baked Grilled Cheese! Perfectly golden and irresistibly crispy, these sandwiches are baked to perfection in just 15 minutes—no flipping on a stovetop required. Featuring thick layers of gooey Cheddar cheese sandwiched between buttery, garlic-kissed bread, this recipe elevates your favorite childhood lunch into a crowd-pleasing masterpiece. For an added twist, sprinkle on a touch of Parmesan cheese before baking for a crisp, savory finish. Whether you're whipping up a quick family dinner or pairing it with a cozy bowl of tomato soup, this baked take on a grilled cheese is a game-changer for any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Bread (sliced, white or whole wheat)
- 8 ounces Cheddar cheese (sliced or grated)
- 4 tablespoons Butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (grated, optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it for easy cleanup.
Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread. Sprinkle with garlic powder, if desired, for extra flavor.
Place 4 slices of bread, buttered side down, on the prepared baking sheet.
Evenly distribute the cheddar cheese on top of the bread slices, about 2 ounces per slice.
Top the cheese with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side up, to form sandwiches.
If using Parmesan cheese, sprinkle a pinch on top of each sandwich for added crunch and flavor.
Place the baking sheet in the center rack of the oven and bake for 10 minutes.
Carefully flip each sandwich with a spatula and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove the sandwiches from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve warm with soup, salad, or chips for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2001 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.0 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.2 g | 406% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 371 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 3038 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.5 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 87.6 g | 175% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 2068 mg | 159% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 538 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
