Bacon Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Hot Honey Butter

There’s something comforting about a warm, melty grilled cheese sandwich. But when you add crispy bacon and a touch of hot honey butter, it becomes something truly special. These Bacon Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Hot Honey Butter are an easy way to add flavor to your day, and everyone will love them!

Anyone can make a grilled cheese sandwich with gooey cheese, but the real magic happens with the hot honey butter—a sweet and slightly spicy drizzle that takes these sandwiches to the next level. It’s a simple addition that makes these sandwiches both comforting and a little bit special.

Whether you’re making them for a quick lunch or a laid-back dinner, these sandwiches are always a hit, and my family gobbles them up. I serve them with soup, a salad, or just a handful of chips. The ingredients are straightforward, but the flavors are anything but. Plus, they’re just as easy to make as they are delicious.

Ingredients

For the Sandwiches:

• Bacon
• Applewood smoked cheddar
• Butter
• Sliced bread
• Thyme – Optional garnish.

For the Hot Honey Butter:

• Butter
• Honey
• Red pepper flakes

How to Make Bacon Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Hot Honey Butter

1. Cook the bacon until it’s crispy.
2. Butter one side of each slice of bread and place the buttered side down on a griddle or large skillet. 
3. Top the bread with one slice of cheese, followed by three slices of bacon, and then another slice of cheese.
4. Spread the hot honey butter on the underside of the second piece of bread, and regular butter on the other side. Place it honey butter side down on top of the cheese.
5. Griddle until golden brown on the bottom, then flip the sandwich. Continue cooking until the cheese is fully melted and both sides are golden and crisp.

Step-By-Step Process

Chef Jenn’s Tips

• To get the cheese perfectly melted without overcooking the bread, you can cover the sandwich with a stainless steel dome or lid while it cooks. I use an upside down stainless bowl, just watch ‘cause they get hot. This traps the heat and helps the cheese melt evenly.
• If you’re making several sandwiches at once, keep the cooked ones warm in the oven at a low temperature until ready to serve.
• Use a good quality sourdough bread for the best flavor and texture. The tangy sourdough pairs beautifully with the smoky bacon and sweet honey butter.

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Make It A Meal

These Bacon Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Hot Honey Butter are hearty enough to be a meal on their own, but if you want to round out your plate, consider serving them with a bowl of tomato soup, a simple green salad, or some crispy sweet potato cubes. The sweet and spicy notes in the honey butter make these sandwiches versatile enough to pair with a variety of sides.

Storage

If you have any leftovers, you can store the sandwiches in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. To reheat, place them on a baking sheet in a preheated oven at 350°F until warmed through and crispy again. The hot honey butter can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week. Just give it a quick stir before using.