Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Roasted Jalapeño Popper Grilled Cheese, a mouthwatering twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich. This recipe brings together roasted jalapeños, creamy cream cheese, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar—all nestled between two slices of buttery Texas Toast. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this gourmet delight serves up comfort food at its finest, impressing family and friends alike. With a quick prep time and customizable ingredients, you can tailor this sandwich to suit your spice preference. Whether you enjoy it on a cozy evening or as a fun midday treat, this jalapeño popper grilled cheese is sure to become a favorite.
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 cooked bacon
- 4 slices Texas toast
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Brush halved jalapeños with olive oil and roast for about 15 minutes until slightly charred.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese with garlic salt, black pepper, and onion powder until smooth.
- Chop the cooled jalapeños and fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread; spread half of the cream cheese mixture on the unbuttered side.
- Layer with bacon and cheddar cheese before topping with another slice of bread (buttered side out).
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat; cook sandwiches for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 65mg