Save Crispy grilled cheese sandwiches with a tangy, spicy pickle twist, perfect for dipping into your favorite sauces.
I first made these Spicy Pickle Grilled Cheese Dippers for a family game night, and they disappeared faster than I could serve them.
Ingredients
- Sourdough bread: 8 slices
- Sharp cheddar cheese: 8 slices
- Unsalted butter (softened): 4 tbsp
- Dill pickles (thinly sliced): ½ cup
- Jalapeño (thinly sliced, optional): 1 small
- Pickled jalapeños (chopped): 2 tbsp
- Hot sauce: 1 tbsp
- Optional dipping sauce: ½ cup ranch dressing or tomato soup
Instructions
- Prepare Bread:
- Spread the softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
- Layer Cheese:
- 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, jalapeño slices, and chopped pickled jalapeños over cheese on each sandwich.
- Add Hot Sauce:
- Drizzle a bit of hot sauce over the pickles on each sandwich.
- Top & Assemble:
- Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
- Grill Sandwiches:
- Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Slice Dippers:
- Remove sandwiches, let cool slightly, and cut each sandwich into strips.
- Serve:
- Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce.
Save These dippers became a favorite for weekend family lunches, especially when paired with tomato soup.
Required Tools
Large nonstick skillet or griddle, spatula, sharp knife, cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cheese, butter) and gluten (bread). Check labels for hot sauce allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 390, Total Fat: 22 g, Carbohydrates: 33 g, Protein: 13 g per serving
Save Serve these Spicy Pickle Grilled Cheese Dippers warm and enjoy every gooey bite with your favorite dip.
Common Questions
- → What type of bread works best?
Sourdough bread is preferred for its sturdy texture and tangy flavor, which complements the spicy pickles and melted cheddar.
- → How can I adjust the spice level?
Modify the amount of jalapeño slices and hot sauce used. Omitting fresh jalapeño will reduce heat for a milder taste.
- → Which cheeses pair well besides sharp cheddar?
Smoked cheddar or pepper jack cheese add unique flavor twists and enhance the spicy notes of this dish.
- → What dipping sauces complement these dippers?
Creamy ranch dressing or a rich tomato soup creates a balanced, flavorful dip that pairs beautifully with the sandwich strips.
- → Can this be made gluten-free?
Yes, substitute with gluten-free bread and verify that all other ingredients, including hot sauce, are gluten-free.