Cocktail Grilled Cheese Sandwich Appetizers
Transform your next gathering with these irresistible Cocktail Grilled Cheese Sandwich Appetizers that combine gourmet flair with nostalgic comfort. Crafted with tangy Dijon mustard, melty Cheddar cheese, and golden, crisp sourdough bread brushed with a luscious garlic-herb butter, these bite-sized delights are perfect for sharing. Ready in just 25 minutes, these mini grilled cheese bites are easy to prepare yet pack a punch of flavor, making them an ideal appetizer for parties, game nights, or casual get-togethers. Serve them warm and watch them disappear in seconds—it's cheesy perfection in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices Sourdough bread (or artisan bread)
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded or thinly sliced)
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened)
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoons Fresh parsley (finely chopped, optional)
Instructions
Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, garlic powder, and chopped parsley (if using). Mix well to form a flavored butter.
Spread a thin layer of the flavored butter on one side of each slice of bread.
On the non-buttered side of 3 slices of bread, spread a small dollop of Dijon mustard evenly.
Evenly distribute the shredded Cheddar cheese on the mustard-coated slices of bread, ensuring good coverage but keeping the edges clean.
Top with the remaining 3 slices of bread, buttered side facing outwards, to form sandwiches.
Place the sandwiches on the preheated skillet or griddle. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Remove the grilled sandwiches from the skillet and allow them to cool slightly for 2–3 minutes.
Using a sharp knife, cut each sandwich into 4 equal squares or triangles to create bite-sized pieces.
Arrange the grilled cheese bites on a platter and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with additional parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.6 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.5 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 273 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 2517 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.3 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 60.7 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1274 mg | 98% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 358 mg | 8% | |
*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.
