Mayo Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Printable)

Crispy grilled cheese using mayo for a golden crust and creamy, melted cheddar center.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices white or sourdough bread

→ Cheese

02 - 4 slices cheddar cheese or preferred melting cheese

→ Spread

03 - 2.5 tablespoons mayonnaise

→ Optional Additions

04 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

# Directions:

01 - Arrange bread slices on a clean surface.
02 - Spread a thin, even layer of mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice.
03 - If using, spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on the opposite side of two bread slices.
04 - Place 2 slices of cheese between two bread slices with mayonnaise-coated sides facing outward; repeat for the second sandwich.
05 - Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
06 - Place sandwiches in the skillet mayonnaise-side down; cook 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown.
07 - Flip sandwiches and cook the other side for 3 to 4 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula until golden and cheese is melted.
08 - Remove from skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The mayo creates a crust so golden and crispy you'll wonder why you ever used butter.
  • It's ready in under 15 minutes but tastes like you spent way more time on it.
  • The creamy interior and crisp exterior hit in ways that feel almost indulgent for such a simple sandwich.
02 -
  • Medium-low heat is non-negotiable—I learned this the hard way when I cranked it to medium and got a burnt exterior with cold cheese inside.
  • Thin mayo layers are your friend; too much and it pools and spatters, too little and you miss the magic crispy crust.
03 -
  • Let your skillet reach the right temperature before the sandwich goes in—a drop of water should sizzle gently, not violently.
  • The gentle spatula press in the final minute isn't just technique; it ensures the cheese makes maximum contact with the bread and melts completely.
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