Everything Bagel Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Crispy bread with everything bagel seasoning and melted sharp cheddar for a flavorful twist.

# What you'll need:

→ Bread & Dairy

01 - 4 slices sourdough or white sandwich bread
02 - 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese (or preferred melting cheese)
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Seasoning

04 - 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning

# How to make it:

01 - Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on one side of each bread slice.
02 - Sprinkle the buttered side of each slice generously with everything bagel seasoning, pressing gently to adhere.
03 - Flip two slices so the buttered side faces down and layer 2 slices of cheese on each. Top with the remaining bread slices, seasoned side facing out.
04 - Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
05 - Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden and crisp and cheese is melted.
06 - Remove sandwiches from the skillet, allow to cool slightly, then slice and serve.

# Expert suggestions:

01 -
  • The everything bagel seasoning adds a salty, umami crunch that makes this feel fancy without any extra work.
  • It comes together in 15 minutes, which means you can have a satisfying lunch on even your busiest days.
  • The combination of crispy, seasoned crust and melted cheese is somehow both nostalgic and unexpectedly sophisticated.
02 -
  • Don't use cold butter straight from the fridge because it won't spread evenly, and the seasoning will fall off as the sandwich cooks.
  • Medium heat is your friend here; too high and your bread burns before the cheese melts, too low and you end up with soggy, buttery bread.
03 -
  • Keep your butter softened but still cool enough to hold its shape; room temperature for about 20 minutes is perfect.
  • Press the sandwich gently as it cooks so the bread makes full contact with the hot pan and gets crispy, not just warm.
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