A warm, melty grilled cheese sandwich is comforting in itself, but when you add crispy bacon and a drizzle of hot honey butter, it becomes something extraordinary. These Bacon Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Hot Honey Butter are a delicious twist on the classic that everyone will enjoy!
Anyone can make a simple grilled cheese with melted cheese, but the hot honey butter adds something extra—a sweet and slightly spicy kick that elevates these sandwiches. It’s a simple yet flavorful addition that makes these sandwiches both comforting and a bit unique.
Whether you’re making them for a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner, these sandwiches are always a crowd-pleaser. My family loves them, and I often serve them with soup, salad, or a handful of chips. The ingredients are simple, 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 – Or your preferred cheese.
- Butter
- Sliced bread
For the Hot Honey Butter:
- Butter
- Honey
- Red pepper flakes
How To Make Bacon Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Hot Honey Butter
- Cook the bacon until it is crispy and set aside.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread and place them buttered side down on a griddle or large skillet.
- Add a slice of cheese to each piece of bread, followed by three slices of bacon, and then another slice of cheese.
- Spread the hot honey butter on one side of the second piece of bread, with regular butter on the other side. Place the honey butter side down on top of the cheese.
- Cook on the griddle until the bottom is golden brown, then flip the sandwich and continue cooking until both sides are golden and crisp and the cheese is fully melted.
Step-By-Step Process
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- To melt the cheese perfectly without over-toasting the bread, cover the sandwich with a stainless steel lid or bowl while it cooks. This traps the heat and helps the cheese melt evenly. Just be careful, as the bowl will get hot.
- If you’re making multiple sandwiches, keep the finished ones warm in the oven at a low temperature until you’re ready to serve.
- For the best flavor, use high-quality sourdough bread. The tangy flavor of the sourdough beautifully complements the smoky bacon and sweet, spicy honey butter.
Recommended
Make It A Meal
These Bacon Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Hot Honey Butter are filling on their own, but they pair wonderfully with a bowl of tomato soup, a fresh green salad, or some crispy sweet potato fries. The sweet and spicy flavors in the honey butter make these sandwiches versatile enough to go with a variety of sides.
Storage
Store any leftover sandwiches in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. To reheat, place them on a baking sheet and warm them in a preheated oven at 350°F until they are heated through and crispy again. The hot honey butter can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week; just stir it well before using.
Bacon Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Hot Honey Butter
Ingredients
for the sandwiches
- 1 pound bacon cooked until crisp
- ½ pound applewood smoked cheddar sliced; or your favorite cheese
- ¼ cup butter softened
- 8 slices bread I use sourdough bread, but any bakery fresh bread will work
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
for the hot honey butter
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the bacon until it is crispy and set aside.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread and place them buttered side down on a griddle or large skillet.
- Add a slice of cheese to each piece of bread, followed by three slices of bacon, and then another slice of cheese.
- Spread the hot honey butter on one side of the second piece of bread, with regular butter on the other side. Place the honey butter side down on top of the cheese.
- Cook on the griddle until the bottom is golden brown, then flip the sandwich and continue cooking until both sides are golden and crisp and the cheese is fully melted.
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- To melt the cheese perfectly without over-toasting the bread, cover the sandwich with a stainless steel lid or bowl while it cooks. This traps the heat and helps the cheese melt evenly. Just be careful, as the bowl will get hot.
- If you’re making multiple sandwiches, keep the finished ones warm in the oven at a low temperature until you’re ready to serve.
- For the best flavor, use high-quality sourdough bread. The tangy flavor of the sourdough beautifully complements the smoky bacon and sweet, spicy honey butter.