Description
Create fun, spooky Halloween treats with this Jack-O-Cheese recipe. This festive grilled cheese sandwich features jack-o’-lantern faces carved into the bread, allowing gooey melted cheese to glow through, making it a perfect appetizer for parties or a delightful meal for kids.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of sandwich bread
- 4 slices of cheddar or American cheese
- 2 tablespoons of butter, softened
- Optional: tomato soup or spooky dipping sauce for serving
Instructions
- Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
- On two of the slices, carve jack-o’-lantern faces using a sharp knife or a small cookie cutter.
- Place two cheese slices on each of the uncut bread slices, then top with the carved slice, buttered side up.
- Heat your skillet over medium heat and carefully grill the sandwiches for 2–3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula.
- When the bread is golden brown and the cheese is oozing slightly through the face cutouts, they’re done.
- Serve your Jack-O-Cheese sandwiches hot and crispy with a bowl of tomato soup or a seasonal side.
Notes
- For a healthier option, use whole grain bread or low-fat cheese.
- Feel free to add a thin slice of tomato or sprinkle some Italian herbs inside for extra flavor.
- Leftover sandwiches can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days and reheated in a toaster oven or skillet.
- Avoid cutting the face openings too large, as this can cause the cheese to leak out quickly.
- Ensure you use enough cheese for optimal ooze and visual appeal.
- Cook on medium heat to prevent burning the bread before the cheese melts.
- Lightly press the sandwiches while cooking for better sealing and even browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Holiday, Halloween
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich