Bacon wrapped grilled cheese fingers combine gooey cheese and crispy bacon for an inventive snack or appetizer. Slices of cheese are layered between buttered bread, wrapped securely with bacon, and grilled to golden-brown perfection. The result is a handheld favorite with a smoky crunch, perfect for dipping or serving at any gathering. A bold upgrade for anyone looking to enhance classic grilled cheese flavors with a savory twist.
This recipe brings together two ultimate comfort foods in one crispy package. Bacon wrapped grilled cheese fingers have become my go to appetizer when I want something familiar but a bit playful. The golden toasted bread, gooey cheese, and savory bacon make each bite rich and satisfying. They are easy enough for game day but also fancy enough to serve to friends at casual get togethers.
The first time I made these was for a backyard barbecue and they vanished quicker than anything else on the table. Now every time I grill, these are the first request from my nieces and nephews.
Ingredients
- Bread: Choose a bakery style white or sourdough for the best texture. Avoid anything too soft or it will get soggy.
- Cheese: Go with a melty cheese like cheddar, American, or mozzarella. Check the deli counter for freshly sliced cheese which melts beautifully.
- Bacon: Thick cut bacon gives the best crispy result. Look for pieces with good fat marbling for extra flavor.
- Butter: Real butter makes all the difference for that golden crust. Unsalted is best so you can control the seasoning.
Instructions
- Build the Sandwiches:
- Lay out 8 slices of bread and gently spread butter on one side of each slice. You want a thin even layer all the way to the edges to guarantee a crisp buttery finish.
- Add the Cheese:
- On the non buttered side of four bread slices, arrange cheese slices to cover the bread completely. Stack another bread slice on top, buttered side out, to make four sandwiches.
- Wrap with Bacon:
- Take two slices of bacon for each sandwich. Lay one slice horizontally and the other vertically, wrapping them snugly around the sandwich. This creates full coverage and means every bite gets bacon.
- Secure and Prep:
- If your bacon wants to slip, use a toothpick or two to anchor the ends, just poke them through the sandwich at an angle so they do not poke out the other side.
- Grill to Perfection:
- Set the sandwiches directly on the preheated grill. Keep the heat medium so the bread browns slowly and the cheese has time to melt. Flip every few minutes, watching closely. Cook until the bacon is crisp and the bread is deep golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes per side.
- Slice into Fingers:
- Let the sandwiches cool for two minutes. Then slice each sandwich into three or four thick fingers using a serrated knife for clean edges. Serve warm for maximum melty goodness.
