Waffle Iron Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

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This waffle iron grilled cheese sandwiches recipe came about entirely by accident. One evening, I fired up my panini maker to make a grilled cheese, only to realize I’d left the waffle plates inside. The result was a sandwich with a crispy exterior and melted, gooey cheese nestled in the little pockets. It’s now my go-to method for making grilled cheese. Serve with spicy pickled veggies on the side for a delicious contrast.

Submitted by Buckwheat Queen
Updated on March 31, 2025
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
2
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

  • 4 slices whole-grain bread

  • 2 ounces shredded pepper Jack cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat a waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.

  2. Mix mayonnaise and mustard together in a bowl; spread onto 1 side of each bread slice. Sprinkle cheese over mayo-mustard layer of 2 bread slices. Cover cheese layer with second bread slice, creating 2 sandwiches.

  3. Place 1 sandwich in the waffle iron; do not close the top. When bread begins to soften, gently close the waffle iron without using the latch. Cook, about 2 minutes. Apply more pressure to the iron, eventually latching it closed after 3 to 4 minutes total. Cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes more. Repeat with remaining sandwich.

Cook’s Note

I use gluten-free bread. Use any cheese in place of the pepper Jack, if desired.

34 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

354 Calories
22g Fat
25g Carbs
13g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 354
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g 29%
Saturated Fat 7g 36%
Cholesterol 36mg 12%
Sodium 594mg 26%
Total Carbohydrate 25g 9%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 13g 26%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 207mg 16%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 121mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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