Description
These Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese Sandwiches combine creamy jalapeño-spiced cream cheese with crispy bacon and melted cheddar cheese, all grilled to golden perfection between buttery slices of bread. This indulgent sandwich offers a spicy twist on a classic comfort food favorite, perfect for a quick lunch or satisfying snack.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 2-3 jalapenos, chopped (seeds and membranes removed)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 slices bacon, fully cooked and halved
Sandwich
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 slices bread
- 4 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Prepare the jalapeño cream cheese: In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped jalapeños (with seeds and membranes removed for milder heat), and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly until evenly blended.
- Assemble the base layer: Lay two slices of bread flat on a clean surface. Place one slice of cheddar cheese on each slice of bread, ensuring even coverage.
- Add the jalapeño filling: Divide the jalapeño cream cheese mixture evenly between the two sandwiches, spreading it edge-to-edge over the cheese layer on each slice of bread.
- Add the bacon: Cut the fully cooked bacon slices in half. Distribute the bacon pieces evenly on top of the jalapeño filling on each sandwich.
- Complete the sandwiches: Place one slice of cheddar cheese over the bacon layer on each sandwich, then top each with the remaining slices of bread to close the sandwiches.
- Heat the skillet: Place a skillet over medium heat and allow it to warm up thoroughly.
- Grill the sandwiches: Spread butter evenly on the outward-facing sides of each sandwich. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook until the bread turns golden brown and crispy. Flip carefully and cook the other side until golden brown and the cheese inside is melted.
- Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and serve hot for the best experience.
Notes
- Removing the jalapeño seeds and membranes reduces the heat but preserves the flavor—adjust according to your spice preference.
- Use fully cooked bacon to save time and ensure crispiness.
- Butter the outside of the bread generously to achieve a crisp and golden crust.
- Cook over medium heat to melt the cheese thoroughly without burning the bread.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
