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Plain croutons will pale in comparison to these grilled cheese croutons! Simply prepare a pepper jam and three-cheese grilled cheese and slice it into bite-sized pieces. When dunked in soup or tossed on a salad, they add a perfect level of cheesy deliciousness!

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Everything you’ll need to make this recipe.

  • Bread can be either store-purchased or homemade. This is a chance to use something special or unique.
  • Pepper jam adds a hint of sweetness and spice while elevating the grilled cheese to a gourmet specialty.
  • Brie cheese is rich and buttery and becomes gooey when melted. It can be strong on its own but offers a perfect addition when mixed with other cheeses.
  • Gruyère cheese has a nutty flavor and is harder, which comes from a longer aging timeline.
  • Sharp cheddar cheese is more traditional for a grilled cheese. The sharp varieties can stand well against the other two cheeses.
White marble surface filled with all ingredients needed to make grilled cheese croutons including slices of bread, jam, and cheeses.

Here’s how to make this recipe.

  1. Prepare the bread. Butter one side of two slices of bread. Optionally, spread pepper jam on the other side.
Hand using a knife to spread butter on top of two slices of white bread.
Knife spreading pepper jam onto a slice of buttered white bread.
  1. Add the cheese. Shred the sharp cheddar cheese and Gruyère cheese over the top. Slice thin pieces of Brie and place on top as well. Add another slice of bread to enclose the sandwich.
  2. Grill and slice. Place the sandwich on a large skillet on medium heat and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until both sides are golden brown. Slice the grilled cheese into small pieces, about 9 cubes, and serve alone or with tomato soup.
Slices of bread layered with shredded and sliced cheese on top sitting on a white plate.
Large black skillet with two grilled cheese sandwiches with cheese falling out.
Metal spatula about to flip over a grilled cheese sandwich that was browned in a large black skillet.
Hand slicing grilled cheese sandwich into nine pieces, equating to bite-sized croutons on wooden cutting board.

Frequently asked questions about this recipe.

Can other cheeses be used in the grilled cheese?

Yes, there is no limit to the cheese combinations that can be used. Try various favorite cheeses to find your own mixture.

Can mayonnaise be used in place of butter for the grilled cheese?

Yes, mayonnaise browns very well when used in place of butter and offers a different flavor.

How long do these croutons last after making them?

These are just like grilled cheese and are best served immediately for the crispest texture and melted interior.

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Grilled Cheese Croutons

By Kaleb
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Plain croutons will pale in comparison to these grilled cheese croutons! Simply prepare a pepper jam and three-cheese grilled cheese and slice it into bite-sized pieces. When dunked in soup or tossed on a salad, they add a perfect level of cheesy deliciousness!
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 6 minutes
Total: 11 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
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Ingredients

  • 2 pieces sliced bread
  • 2 tsp salted butter
  • 1 tbsp pepper jam
  • 2 tbsp shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp shredded Gruyére cheese
  • 2 slices Brie cheese

Instructions 

  • Preheat a skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Butter one side of each slice of bread. Spread the pepper jam on one un-buttered side and place the cheeses on top. Place the other piece of bread on the buttered side facing out.
    2 tsp salted butter, 1 tbsp pepper jam, 2 tbsp shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 2 tbsp shredded Gruyére cheese, 2 slices Brie cheese, 2 pieces sliced bread
  • Add the sandwich to the heated skillet and cook until the bread is browned, 2-3 minutes. Flip the sandwich over and cook until the bread is browned and cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes. Remove the sandwich from the skillet.
  • Cut into nine squares and serve on top of tomato soup.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 servingCalories: 487 kcal

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Kaleb Wyse is a New York Times bestselling author behind the popular Wyse Guide website. Living on his fourth-generation Iowa farm, he loves sharing recipes and gardening tips that come from traditions that feel comfortably familiar. His down-to-earth style makes sustainable living and farm life feel like home!

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  1. Laura says:

    Can I make a day before and microwave before serving with tomato soup?

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