Truffle Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Print View)

A decadent twist on the classic, featuring melty Gruyère and aromatic truffle oil between crispy, buttery bread slices.

# Components:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough or artisan bread

→ Cheese

02 - 4.2 oz Gruyère cheese, grated or thinly sliced

→ Spreads & Oils

03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
04 - 1–2 tsp truffle oil, white or black

→ Seasoning

05 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
06 - Pinch of sea salt, optional

# Method:

01 - Lay out bread slices and spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each slice.
02 - Flip bread over and drizzle a few drops of truffle oil on the unbuttered side of two slices. Evenly distribute Gruyère cheese over the truffle oil-drizzled bread and season lightly with black pepper and optional salt.
03 - Top each cheese-covered slice with remaining bread slices, keeping butter side facing outward.
04 - Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-low heat.
05 - Place sandwiches in the pan and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and crisp with melted cheese. Reduce heat if bread browns too quickly before cheese melts.
06 - Remove from pan and let rest 1 minute. Slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It feels fancy but takes less time than ordering takeout, and you probably have most of what you need already.
  • The truffle oil transforms something familiar into something you want to eat slowly, savoring every bite.
  • It is one of those recipes that makes you look like you know what you are doing in the kitchen, even on a lazy Tuesday night.
02 -
  • If your bread is browning too fast but the cheese is still cold, lower the heat immediately and cover the pan for a minute to trap the warmth.
  • Do not skip the resting step, because cutting into the sandwich right away makes the cheese run out everywhere instead of staying inside where it belongs.
03 -
  • Grate your own cheese instead of buying pre-shredded, because it melts smoother and tastes fresher without any added coatings.
  • If you want an even crispier crust, use a mix of butter and a tiny bit of mayonnaise on the outside of the bread before grilling.
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