Description
Grilled cheese roll-ups are a fun and easy twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich. They’re buttery, crispy, and filled with gooey melted cheese, making them a perfect snack, appetizer, or kid-friendly meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices of soft white bread
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Colby, or Monterey Jack)
- 6 thin slices of deli ham (optional)
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Trim the crusts off each slice of bread and set the crusts aside for breadcrumbs or croutons. Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice until it becomes thin and pliable.
- Add the filling: Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over each piece of flattened bread. If using ham, place a thin slice on top of the cheese.
- Roll and secure: Tightly roll each slice from one end to the other, pressing gently to seal. If the roll-up doesn’t hold, secure it with a toothpick.
- Melt the butter and cook: Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and melt the butter. Place the roll-ups seam-side down in the skillet, cooking for about 5-8 minutes. Turn them occasionally with tongs to ensure even browning.
- Finish and serve: Once golden brown and crispy, remove from the skillet. Let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them whole or slice them in half for bite-sized portions.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, brush the outside of the bread with melted butter before rolling.
- To make them healthier, use whole wheat bread and reduce the butter amount.
- These pair perfectly with tomato soup, marinara sauce, or ranch dressing for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack, Appetizer, Lunch
- Method: Pan-fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 roll-ups (when cut in half)
- Calories: 321 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg