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These Grilled Cheese Roll Ups are a delightful twist on the classic sandwich, featuring soft white bread flattened and rolled around melty cheese, then grilled to golden, crispy perfection. Perfect as a snack or a quick lunch, these roll ups combine simplicity with indulgent cheesy goodness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 roll-ups
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Bread
- 8-10 slices soft white sandwich bread, crusts removed
Cheese
- 8-10 slices of melting cheese (Cheddar, American, Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or Provolone)
Butter and Seasonings
- 4-5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened or melted
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- Pinch of paprika (optional)
- Small sprinkle of dried Italian herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Carefully cut off the crusts from each bread slice. Using a rolling pin, roll each slice thinly and evenly (about 1/16 to 1/8 inch) on a flat surface to make it pliable for rolling.
- Add the Cheese: Trim cheese slices if needed to fit bread edges. Place a slice or line of shredded cheese on one edge of the flattened bread, leaving a 1/4 inch border. Sprinkle optional seasonings over the cheese.
- Roll ‘Em Up: Tightly roll the bread from the cheese edge into a compact cylinder, sealing by pinching the seam or by placing seam-side down.
- Butter the Rolls: Either brush melted butter evenly over each roll-up with a pastry brush or spread softened butter lightly all over the surface, ensuring full coverage for crispiness.
- Grill to Perfection: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low to medium heat. Place roll-ups seam-side down in the skillet without overcrowding. Cook for 2-4 minutes until golden brown, then turn and cook on all sides, about 1-2 minutes per side, until all sides are crispy and cheese is melted (total 5-8 minutes).
- Serve Immediately: Remove from skillet and serve hot for best crispy texture and gooey cheese experience.
Notes
- Use soft, fresh bread for easy rolling; stale or crusty bread may crack.
- Pre-sliced cheese ensures even melting and easier rolling; if shredding, avoid overfilling.
- Control the heat to medium-low to medium to prevent burning and ensure the cheese melts thoroughly.
- Serving the roll ups immediately after cooking preserves the crispy exterior and melty cheese interior.
- Optional seasonings can enhance flavor but are not necessary for a classic taste.
