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Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Recipe

4.4 from 69 reviews

Golden, crispy Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese with a buttery garlic crust and gooey melted mozzarella and cheddar cheese inside. This quick 15-minute comfort food meal combines the flavors of garlic bread with a classic grilled cheese for a satisfying and flavorful lunch or snack.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • ½ tablespoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • 4 slices of bread (white, sourdough, or your favorite)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend

Optional Garlic Butter Spread (Fresh Version)

  • 2 tablespoons softened butter
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • Pinch of salt
  • ½ teaspoon chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Make the Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, mix softened butter, garlic powder, and parsley until smooth and creamy.
  2. Prep the Bread: Spread garlic butter on one side of each slice of bread generously, covering the entire surface edge-to-edge.
  3. Build Your Sandwiches: Place two slices of bread butter-side down on a skillet or board. Evenly distribute half the cheese over each slice, then top with the remaining bread slices butter-side up.
  4. Toast to Perfection: Heat a large skillet or nonstick pan over low heat. Cook each sandwich for 4–5 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese has fully melted. Flip carefully to avoid spilling cheese.
  5. Serve Immediately: Remove the grilled cheese sandwiches from the pan, cut into halves or diagonals, and serve hot with your favorite dip or tomato soup.

Notes

  • Use low heat to melt cheese fully without burning the bread.
  • Softened butter spreads evenly and helps achieve the garlic bread flavor.
  • Pair with tomato soup for a classic flavor combination.
  • Customize with different cheeses like Swiss, gouda, or fontina, or add extras like tomatoes or jalapeños.
  • Press gently with a spatula while cooking for an even crisp.
  • Clean the pan between batches to prevent burnt crumbs.
  • To keep sandwiches crispy after cooking, cool on a wire rack and reheat in the air fryer or oven rather than microwaving.

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