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Delicious Waffle Maker Grilled Cheese sandwich with golden crust and melted cheese.

Waffle Maker Grilled Cheese

A fun twist on classic grilled cheese, made crispy and melty using a waffle maker, perfect for quick comfort food.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwich
Course: Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 slices bread (sourdough, sandwich bread, or brioche) Use medium slices of bread.
  • 1-2 tablespoons softened butter or mayo (for the outside) Softened butter spreads easily and avoids tearing the bread.
  • 1 cup shredded or sliced cheese (mixing varieties is recommended) Recommended combinations include cheddar + mozzarella or American + sharp cheddar.
  • 1 pinch garlic powder Optional seasoning for added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the waffle maker fully.
  2. Butter the outside of the bread slices.
  3. Assemble the sandwich with cheese, keeping it slightly away from the edges.
Cooking
  1. Place the sandwich in the waffle maker and cook until the bread is crisp and the cheese is melted.
  2. Check around 3-6 minutes, depending on your waffle maker.

Notes

For best results, keep cheese away from the edges and do not overstuff. If you have a deep-pocketed waffle maker, position the sandwich slightly off-center to avoid squashing.