Description
Roasted Jalapeño Popper Grilled Cheese is a mouthwatering twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich. This easy-to-make recipe features a delightful blend of roasted jalapeños, creamy cream cheese, and crispy bacon, all melted between two slices of buttery Texas Toast. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it’s an irresistible comfort food that will satisfy your cravings. The rich flavors and satisfying crunch make it an ideal choice for gatherings or cozy nights in. Serve it with your favorite dipping sauces or alongside a salad for a complete meal that will impress family and friends.
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 shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 6 strips cooked bacon
- 4 slices Texas toast
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Brush jalapeños with olive oil and place them on the baking sheet. Roast for about 15 minutes until charred. Let cool.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, garlic salt, black pepper, and onion powder until creamy. Fold in chopped jalapeños.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread. Spread half the cream cheese mixture on the unbuttered side of two slices. Top with bacon and cheddar cheese, then close with another slice of buttered bread.
- Cook sandwiches in a skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown and the cheese melts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 215g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg