Mozzarella Stick Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Crispy mozzarella sticks layered with melted cheese and golden, buttery grilled bread.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 4 slices mozzarella cheese
02 - 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 4 mozzarella sticks, cooked
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Bread

05 - 4 slices white or sourdough bread

→ Optional

06 - 1/4 cup marinara sauce for dipping

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Warm a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
02 - Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
03 - Place two bread slices, butter side down, on the skillet.
04 - Layer 2 slices of mozzarella cheese on each bread slice, then sprinkle 2 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over each.
05 - Arrange 2 cooked mozzarella sticks atop the cheese layers on each sandwich.
06 - Cover with remaining bread slices, butter side up.
07 - Cook sandwiches for 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden and cheese is melted.
08 - Remove from skillet, let rest for 1 minute, slice, and serve with warm marinara sauce.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Takes regular grilled cheese from good to absolutely next level with minimal effort
  • The texture contrast between crunchy mozzarella stick coating and soft melted cheese is incredible
  • Ready in 20 minutes but tastes like something from a fancy pub
02 -
  • Pressing gently while grilling helps the cheese layers fuse together around the mozzarella sticks
  • Letting the sandwiches rest prevents the molten cheese from oozing out immediately when you slice them
03 -
  • Use mayonnaise instead of butter for an even crispier crust that stays crunchy longer
  • Low and slow heat prevents burning before the cheese has time to melt completely
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