Description
Roasted Jalapeño Popper Grilled Cheese is a deliciously bold take on the classic grilled cheese sandwich. This gourmet delight features creamy cream cheese and sharp cheddar, enhanced by the smoky flavor of roasted jalapeños and crispy bacon. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a fun lunch treat, this sandwich offers both comfort and excitement in every bite. Served on Texas Toast, it’s not only easy to make, but also budget-friendly and customizable to fit your spice preferences. Whether you’re entertaining guests or savoring a quiet evening at home, this savory grilled cheese will leave everyone craving more.
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 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 halved jalapeños with olive oil; 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 roasted jalapeños and fold them into the cream cheese mixture.
- Assemble sandwiches: butter one side of each slice of bread, spread cream cheese mix on unbuttered side, layer with bacon and cheddar, then top with another slice (buttered side out).
- Cook in a skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg