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Mini Baked Grilled Cheese Recipe

These Mini Baked Grilled Cheese sandwiches are a delightful twist on a classic favorite! Perfect for parties, game days, or a cozy family night, they are easy to make and pack a cheesy punch. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create crispy, gooey bites that everyone will love.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 225 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 Slices Bread your choice
  • 8 Slices Cheddar Cheese or your favorite cheese
  • 4 Tbsp Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Dried Italian Herbs optional
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Prepare Bread: Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Sprinkle the garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper evenly over the buttered side.
    This image shows slices of bread being spread with butter on one side, then evenly sprinkled with garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
  • Assemble Sandwiches: Place half of the slices, buttered side down, on the baking sheet. Top each with a slice of cheese, then place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered side up.
    This image shows half of the bread slices placed buttered side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet, each topped with a slice of cheese, with the remaining slices placed buttered side up on top.
  • Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
    This image shows the assembled grilled cheese sandwiches baking in the oven, turning golden brown and melting the cheese.
  • Serve: Remove from the oven, cut into quarters, and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
    This image shows the mini baked grilled cheese sandwiches fresh out of the oven, cut into quarters and served warm, perfect for dipping.

Notes

  • Feel free to mix and match different types of cheese for varied flavors!
  • Serve with tomato soup for a classic pairing.