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Oven Grilled Cheese Recipe

Make this easy oven baked grilled cheese for perfectly crispy bread and gooey melted cheese. A simple crowd-friendly comfort food ready in just 20 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Baking Sheet Heating Time5 minutes
Total Time21 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 459kcal
Author: Karin and Ken

Ingredients

  • 4 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded, or mild
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese shredded, gouda, Colby Jack
  • 16 slices thick cut sandwich bread Thick-cut white bread, sourdough, or Texas toast or your favorite
  • ½ cup butter, melted or 1 stick

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F and adjust oven racks to middle and lower-middle positions.
  • Place 1 baking sheet on each rack and allow sheets to heat up while you prepare your sandwiches.
  • Combine the cheeses in a large bowl.
  • Butter one side of each bread slice, then place 8 slices butter-side down. Top each with about ½ cup of the cheese mixture, then add the remaining bread slices with the buttered side facing up. Press gently to compact the sandwiches.
  • Carefully remove the hot baking sheets from the oven and place them on a cooling rack. Arrange the sandwiches on one baking sheet, using parchment paper if needed.
  • Return the baking sheet to the center oven rack and carefully place the second hot baking sheet on top of the sandwiches, rim-side up. Bake for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  • Remove the top baking sheet and transfer the sandwiches to a cooling rack. Let them cool for a minute or two, then slice in half if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use the best ingredients: Freshly shredded, high-quality cheese melts better and delivers the best flavor.
  • Set up for success: Preheat the baking sheets, use thick bread, and butter each slice evenly for crispy, golden sandwiches.
  • Don't overstuff: Use just enough cheese and gently press the sandwiches together to help them hold their shape.
  • Watch and serve: Keep an eye on the sandwiches as they bake, then let them rest briefly before slicing and serving hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 459kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 599mg | Potassium: 106mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 873IU | Calcium: 516mg | Iron: 2mg