16 Grilled Cheese Ideas That Are Worth the Upgrade
Grilled cheese is already a classic, but there’s so much more you can do with it. These 16 ideas take that simple favorite and turn it into something a little more exciting. With new flavors, textures, and combinations, each one feels like a true upgrade. If you’re ready to go beyond the basics, these are the recipes to try.
Grilled Cheese With Pickles
My grilled cheese with pickles is the ultimate choice for pickle lovers and anyone craving a classic grilled cheese with a twist. The perfect combination of crunchy toasted bread, tangy pickles, and melted, gooey cheese makes this quick and easy lunch irresistible.
Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese
This Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese is a great way to add a delicious twist to ramp up your sloppy joes. This unique grilled cheese sandwich is crispy and packed full of flavor!
Pesto Grilled Cheese
Here is a killer grilled cheese recipe, your mouth will be watering for just at the very thought of it! This is a sandwich that will boost your grilled cheese game into a different echelon.
“The Jammin’ Jamaican” chicken grilled cheese
This chicken grilled cheese is a delicious sweet-spicy mix of Caribbean flavors in sandwich form – a quick mango jam, spiced chicken, pineapple & more. So good!
Vegan Zucchini Avocado Grilled Cheese
Loaded with thinly sliced zucchini, fresh spinach, juicy tomatoes, vegan provolone cheese, creamy avocado, and a flavorful pesto spread, this delicious vegan grilled cheese is pressed until golden and crispy!
Braaibroodjie – South African grilled cheese sandwich
A braaibroodjie is a South African grilled cheese sandwich which is traditionally cooked over warm coals. It’s a relatively simple combination of ingredients but packs a fantastic flavor punch. The chutney in particular makes this sandwich something deliciously special – no wonder it’s a favorite.
Roasted Vegetable Grilled Cheese Sandwich
This Roasted Vegetable Grilled Cheese Sandwich is the ultimate sandwich made with two kinds of cheese, oven-roasted veggies & golden buttery sourdough bread.
Apple BBQ Pork & Smoked Gouda Grilled Cheese
This apple BBQ pork & smoked Gouda grilled cheese is a great way to use up extra pork roast. Whip up a grilled cheese that will WOW your family!
Prime Rib Grilled Cheese Sandwich
This prime rib grilled cheese sandwich combines flavorful leftover prime rib, melted cheese, and perfectly toasted sourdough bread! It is an easy and satisfying way to upgrade your traditional grilled cheese. Pair it with homemade horseradish sauce and your favorite sides for the ultimate lunch!
Strawberry Balsamic Brie Grilled Cheese
This sandwich is a flavorful combination of sweet strawberries roasted in balsamic vinegar with melted creamy brie cheese, and a punch of pungent and peppery tasting basil leaves.
Romesco and Bacon Grilled Cheese Sandwich
This romesco bacon grilled cheese sandwich is a delicious twist on the grilled cheese theme. It combines piquant romesco sauce with bacon, smoked cheddar and arugula to create a feast of flavors that makes a perfect lunch.
Italian Mozzarella Grilled Cheese
This easy gluten free Italian Mozzarella Grilled Cheese sandwich recipe is made with tomatoes, prosciutto, and lemon basil pesto mayo.
Gouda Chicken Grilled Cheese
This Gouda Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwich is easy to make and perfect for lunch! It’s made with Dijon mustard, tomato, spinach, and cheese.
Ham and Havarti Grilled Cheese with Fig Preserves
I’m celebrating National Grilled Cheese Month with this rustic and delicious grilled cheese sandwich. Ham and Havarti pair perfectly with sweet fig preserves to create the ultimate in comfort food.
Fajita Style Grilled Cheese
Fajita Grilled Cheese is loaded with bell peppers, onions, and spicy pepper jack cheese.
Apple and Brie Grilled Cheese
Boring grilled cheese, step aside! Make way for this gooey Apple and Brie Grilled Cheese with Bacon. It’s the perfect sandwich for fall!
