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Grilled Cheese Roll Ups Recipe

Grilled Cheese Roll Ups

A creative twist on a classic, these Grilled Cheese Roll Ups transform a simple sandwich into crispy, dippable batons of gooey, cheesy goodness. By flattening bread, rolling it up with cheese, and pan-frying it until golden, you get a fun, hands-on meal that's perfect as a comforting snack, a kid-friendly lunch, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. They are especially delicious when served with a warm bowl of tomato soup for dipping.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 8-10 slices of soft white sandwich bread, crusts removed
  • 8-10 slices of your favorite melting cheese (Cheddar, American, Monterey Jack, etc.)
  • 4-5 tablespoons of unsalted butter, softened or melted
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • Optional: Pinch of Paprika
  • Optional: Sprinkle of Dried Italian Herbs

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin
  • Skillet or griddle
  • Tongs
  • Pastry brush
  • Knife

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Start by cutting the crusts off each slice of bread. On a clean counter or cutting board, place one slice of bread and use a rolling pin to flatten it out as thin as you can.
  2. Place a slice of cheese along one edge of the flattened bread. Sprinkle on any optional seasonings. Do not overfill.
  3. Starting from the cheese-topped edge, roll the bread up as tightly as you can into a log. Place it seam-side down to help it stay sealed. Repeat for all slices.
  4. Apply a thin, even coat of melted or softened butter over the entire surface of each roll-up using a pastry brush or knife.
  5. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Carefully place the buttered roll-ups seam-side down in the pan. Cook in batches if needed.
  6. Cook for 2-4 minutes on the first side until golden and crisp. Then, using tongs, gently turn the roll-ups to cook all sides. Continue turning every minute or so until the entire roll-up is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 5-8 minutes in total.
  7. Serve immediately while hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Use very soft, fresh sandwich bread and roll it as thin as possible to prevent it from cracking. Cook over medium-low heat to ensure the bread becomes crispy and golden while allowing the cheese to melt fully. Placing the roll-ups seam-side down first helps to seal them. For an air fryer version, cook at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway through.