Honey Chipotle Butter Grilled (Printable)

Sourdough toasted with honey-chipotle butter and melted sharp cheddar cheese for a bold flavor.

# What You Need:

→ Honey Chipotle Butter

01 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1 tablespoon honey
03 - 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely minced
04 - 1 teaspoon adobo sauce (from chipotle can)
05 - Pinch of salt

→ Sandwich

06 - 4 slices sourdough bread
07 - 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated (approximately 5.3 oz)
08 - Honey chipotle butter (prepared above)

# How To Make It:

01 - Combine softened butter, honey, minced chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, and salt in a small bowl until smooth and uniform.
02 - Spread the honey chipotle butter generously over one side of each sourdough slice.
03 - Place two slices of bread buttered side down on a clean surface. Distribute the grated cheddar evenly over each slice, then top with remaining slices, buttered side up.
04 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden and cheese melted.
05 - Remove sandwiches from heat, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The honey chipotle butter keeps the sandwich incredibly moist while creating a crust that shatters when you bite into it
  • It comes together in under 20 minutes but tastes like something from a restaurant that takes reservations
02 -
  • Low and slow heat prevents the butter from burning before the cheese melts
  • Letting the sandwiches rest for 1 minute after cooking keeps the cheese from running out when you slice them
03 -
  • Grate the butter and cheese when cold for easier handling, then let the butter come to room temperature before mixing
  • Use a cast iron skillet for the most even heat distribution and impressive crust development
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