Grilled Cheese Bites | These mini grilled cheese bites are crispy, cheesy, and quick to make. They’re baked in the oven, making them an easy and hands-free snack, or accompaniment for soup or salad.
These grilled cheese bites are super simple to make, and are ready in just 15 minutes, making them a quick appetizer or snack, that both adults and kids love! Start by preparing your traditional grilled cheese, then cut it into squares and bake in the oven.
They’re a great snack on their own or as part of an appetizer board. I also love them as croutons in salad as they add the perfect crunch. Or, go for a classic combination and have grilled cheese bites and tomato soup.
Is grilled cheese a good appetizer?
Grilled cheese might be the only universally loved food. So yes, if you’re looking for an easy appetizer that everyone is going to love, choose mini grilled cheese!
These easy grilled cheese bites are perfect for snacking and sharing with friends. They only require a few ingredients and are ready in under 15 minutes. Add these crowd-pleasing bites to your party menu!
Ingredients
More about the ingredients in this recipe. The exact measurements are below.
Substitutions
Instructions
Butter the slices of bread and place them buttered sides down, on a piece of plastic wrap to prevent sticking.
Distribute the cheese between two slices of bread.
Top the cheese with the remaining slices of bread, buttered sides facing up.
Cut the sandwiches into 4 strips, and cut each strip into 4 cubes. You should have 16 pieces.
Transfer the pieces to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 12-14 minutes at 350°F/180°C, flipping halfway.
Enjoy the grilled cheese bites as a snack, or add them to salad or soup.
Tips for making mini grilled cheese
What to serve with grilled cheese bites
Enjoy these bite-sized grilled cheeses as a snack or appetizer. Pair them with your favourite dipping sauce!
Dip them in soup or add them to salad for some crunch.
If you love grilled cheese, try my Bagel Grilled Cheese, or my Cheese and Onion Toastie.
Storage
The grilled cheese pieces are best served immediately but they can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
FAQ’s
The best cheese for grilled cheese is a combination of cheese! Mozzarella is gooey and melty and pairs nicely with a flavourful cheese like cheddar or havarti.
Mini grilled cheese is just a grilled cheese sandwich cut into squares and baked. They are perfect for snacking, dipping in soup, or adding to salad.
Grilled Cheese Bites
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
Ingredients
- 4 slices bread I used white bread
- 30 grams cheddar cheese sliced
- 30 grams mozzarella cheese sliced
- 2 tabespoons softened butter or margarine
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F/180°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place a small piece of plastic wrap on your counter top. Butter each slice of bread on one side and place two of them, butter sides down, onto the plastic wrap.
- Divide the cheese between the two pieces of bread, and then top with the last two slices of bread. The buttered sides of the bread should be facing upward.
- Slice each sandwich into 4 pieces, then cut each strip into 4 squares. You should have 16 squares per sandwich. Carefully transfer the pieces to the baking sheet.
- Bake for 6-7 minutes, and then flip. Bake for another 6-7 minutes until the bread is lightly toasted and the cheese is melted.
Notes
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Erika Piper
Hey there, I’m Erika. I’ve been meat-free for over a decade.
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