Let’s get one thing straight—grilled cheese is never just grilled cheese. It’s comfort food royalty. A blank canvas for flavor. A melty, crispy masterpiece waiting to happen. And lucky for you, I’ve tested and tasted my way through seven seriously delicious spins on the classic.
Whether you’re looking for something fresh and herby, bold and cheesy, or packed with unexpected fillings, there’s a grilled cheese sandwich here with your name on it.
Here are 7 grilled cheese recipes that are anything but boring—all curated and taste-tested by yours truly at Butter Be Tasty:
Creator: Danielle Morin, Butter Be Tasty
Think Caprese meets comfort food. This fresh and gooey number is loaded with mozzarella, tomatoes, and a generous helping of fresh basil leaves. Toasted to golden perfection, it’s a summer garden party between two slices of bread.
Creator: Danielle Morin, Butter Be Tasty
All the glory of a BLT—crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and crisp lettuce—melted together with cheese and grilled to crunchy, buttery greatness. It’s your favorite diner sandwich, leveled up.
Creator: Great Grub, Delicious Treats
Breakfast lovers, this one’s for you. A fried egg adds richness and a little runny magic to every bite. Whether it’s brunch or brinner, this sandwich brings serious flavor and satisfaction.
Creator: Simply Stacie
Taco Tuesday just met Toasty Tuesday. Seasoned ground beef, shredded cheese, and taco toppings come together in a glorious mash-up that’s crunchy, cheesy, and spicy in all the right ways.
Creator: Cooking for Keeps
This sandwich is basically what happens when your grilled cheese dreams meet pizza night. Mozzarella, tomato sauce, fresh basil—need I say more?
Creator: The Almond Eater
Packed with salty feta, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach, this grilled cheese transports you straight to the Mediterranean coast. Bonus points if you serve it with hummus or a side of Greek salad.
Creator: Her Highness, Hungry Me
Creamy avocado. Garlicky flavor. Crunchy sourdough. This one’s a texture and flavor bomb you’ll want to make again and again. Pro tip: a sprinkle of red pepper flakes takes it to the next level.
So next time you think grilled cheese is just bread and cheese, think again. These recipes bring bold flavor, satisfying textures, and a little creativity to your next meal. Try one (or all seven) and let me know your favorite over on Instagram.
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