Description

This Breakfast Grilled Cheese Sandwich combines crispy golden bread with melty cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, savory crumbled bacon, and a rich, egg-soaked exterior for the ultimate morning comfort food. Perfectly cooked on a skillet, this sandwich offers a gooey and satisfying start to your day with a delicious balance of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

Scale

Bread and Butter

4 slices of your favorite bread (sourdough or brioche recommended)
2 tablespoons butter, softened

Egg Mixture

2 large eggs
1 tablespoon milk or cream
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Cheese and Bacon

1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or any cheese that melts well)
2 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)

Cooking

1 tablespoon olive oil
Optional: A sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning

Instructions

Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a small bowl, crack the eggs. Add milk or cream, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is fully combined and slightly frothy, which will ensure an even coating for the sandwich.
Assemble the Grilled Cheese: Spread the softened butter on one side of each slice of bread. Then flip two slices over so the buttered side is down. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese, followed by half of the Monterey Jack cheese, and then half of the crumbled cooked bacon (if using) evenly on these slices. Top with the remaining cheeses and cover each with the other buttered slices of bread, butter-side up.
Cook the Egg-Soaked Grilled Cheese: Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Dip each assembled sandwich into the prepared egg mixture, coating both sides well but allowing excess to drip off before placing into the skillet.
Cook the First Side: Let the sandwich cook for 3 to 5 minutes on the first side, pressing gently with a spatula to promote even cooking and melting. Adjust the heat as needed to achieve a golden brown crust without burning.
Flip and Cook the Other Side: Carefully flip the sandwich and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes until the second side turns golden brown and the cheese inside is fully melted and gooey. Optionally, cover the skillet with a lid for 1 to 2 minutes to trap heat and help the cheese melt more efficiently.
Serve: Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it cool slightly. Slice diagonally and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning if desired. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Notes

You can use any bread you prefer, but sturdier bread like sourdough or brioche works best to hold the fillings.
For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon or replace it with sautéed mushrooms or tomato slices.
To make the sandwich extra crispy, you can increase the cooking time slightly but watch carefully to avoid burning.
Everything bagel seasoning is optional but adds a nice savory crunch and flavor boost.
If you want to make it dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan butter and cheese with your preferred dairy-free alternatives.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Breakfast sandwich, grilled cheese, cheese sandwich, bacon sandwich, skillet sandwich, comfort food, morning recipe