Roasted Jalapeño Popper Grilled Cheese
Roasted Jalapeño Popper Grilled Cheese is a deliciously bold twist on the classic comfort food. This indulgent sandwich features a creamy filling made from roasted jalapeños, rich cream cheese, and crispy bacon, all layered between thick slices of buttery Texas Toast and melty cheddar cheese. Perfect for cozy dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe delivers an irresistible blend of spice and creaminess that will surely impress anyone craving a unique flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium jalapeños
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 strips bacon, cooked
- 4 slices Texas toast
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Halve and seed the jalapeños, then brush with olive oil and roast for about 15 minutes until slightly charred.
- In a bowl, mix the room temperature cream cheese with garlic salt, black pepper, and onion powder until smooth.
- Chop the roasted jalapeños and fold them into the cream cheese mixture.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread. Spread half of the cream cheese mixture on the unbuttered side of two slices, top with bacon and cheddar cheese, then place another slice on top (buttered side out).
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat and cook sandwiches for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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