Save to Pinterest Crispy grilled cheese sandwiches with a tangy, spicy pickle twist are perfect for dipping into your favorite sauces. This snack combines the comforting flavors of melty cheese and golden bread with a bold pickle kick.
I first made these spicy pickle grilled cheese dippers for a game night and they disappeared in minutes. Adding pickles and jalapeños to the classic grilled cheese was a hit that everyone requested again.
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Ingredients
- Bread & Dairy: 8 slices of sourdough bread, 8 slices of sharp cheddar cheese, 4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- Pickles & Spice: 1/2 cup dill pickles (thinly sliced), 1 small jalapeño (thinly sliced, optional for extra heat), 2 tbsp pickled jalapeños (chopped), 1 tbsp hot sauce (such as Sriracha or your favorite)
- Optional Dipping Sauce: 1/2 cup ranch dressing or tomato soup (for serving)
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Instructions
- Butter the Bread:
- Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
- Layer the Sandwiches:
- Lay 4 slices of bread, buttered side down, on a clean surface and top each with 2 slices of cheddar cheese.
- Add Pickles & Spice:
- Distribute dill pickles, fresh jalapeño slices (if using), and chopped pickled jalapeños over the cheese.
- Drizzle Hot Sauce:
- Drizzle a bit of hot sauce over the pickles on each sandwich.
- Top & Assemble:
- Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
- Cook the Sandwiches:
- Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Cool & Slice:
- Remove sandwiches from skillet, let cool slightly, and cut each into strips.
- Serve:
- Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce.
Save to Pinterest Making these with my family is always fun, especially when everyone customizes their sandwich with the amount of heat they like most. They turn regular grilled cheese into a memorable snack for sharing.
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Required Tools
Large nonstick skillet or griddle, spatula, sharp knife, cutting board
Allergen Information
Includes dairy (cheese, butter) and gluten (bread); possible allergens in commercial hot sauces. For gluten-free, use gluten-free bread.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 390, Total Fat: 22 g, Carbohydrates: 33 g, Protein: 13 g
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Enjoy these spicy pickle grilled cheese dippers hot and crispy, served with your favorite sauce. They are sure to be the star of your next snack spread.
