Save A festive twist on the classic grilled cheese, these rollups are golden, melty, and perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy snack. Quick to prepare and ideal for dipping!
I first served these grilled cheese rollups at a family holiday party and they were gone in minutes. Everyone loved the crispy outside and gooey cheese inside combination.
Ingredients
- Bread: 8 slices soft white sandwich bread, crusts removed
- Cheese: 8 slices cheddar cheese (or your preferred melting cheese)
- For Cooking: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- Optional for Serving: 1/2 cup marinara sauce or tomato soup, warmed
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Flatten each bread slice with a rolling pin until thin.
- Step 2:
- Place one cheese slice on each slice of bread.
- Step 3:
- Roll up each bread slice tightly around the cheese, pressing to seal the edge.
- Step 4:
- Brush the outside of each rollup lightly with softened butter.
- Step 5:
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Step 6:
- Place rollups seam side down in the skillet. Cook for 2 3 minutes per side, turning until all sides are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Step 7:
- Remove from skillet and let cool slightly.
- Step 8:
- Serve warm, with marinara sauce or tomato soup for dipping if desired.
Save This recipe brings back warm memories of the family gathered around the table on chilly winter nights, sharing stories and laughter.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a thin layer of pesto or cranberry sauce before rolling.
Required Tools
Rolling pin, sharp knife, nonstick skillet, spatula
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (bread), Milk (cheese, butter). Check bread and cheese labels for hidden allergens if needed.
Save Serve these warm rollups fresh off the skillet for the best melty experience. They’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Recipe Questions
- → What bread works best for these rollups?
Soft white sandwich bread with crusts removed is ideal, as it flattens easily and crisps well when cooked.
- → Can I use other types of cheese?
Yes, varieties like Gruyère or mozzarella melt beautifully and offer different flavor profiles.
- → How do I prevent the rollups from unrolling during cooking?
Flatten the bread well and press the edges firmly to seal before brushing with butter and cooking seam side down.
- → What is the best way to cook the rollups?
Cook over medium heat in a nonstick skillet, turning carefully to achieve an even golden brown crust on all sides.
- → What dips pair well with these rollups?
Warm marinara sauce or tomato soup complement the cheesy rollups perfectly, enhancing their festive flavor.