Mayo Grilled Cheese Melt (Printable)

Golden grilled sandwich with creamy melted cheddar and a perfectly browned mayo crust.

# 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 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise

→ Optional Additions

04 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Arrange bread slices on a clean work 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 sides of two bread slices.
04 - Place two slices of cheese between two bread slices with mayonnaise sides facing outward; repeat for second sandwich.
05 - Warm a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
06 - Place sandwiches mayonnaise side down in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown.
07 - Flip sandwiches and cook another 3 to 4 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden and cheese is melted.
08 - Remove sandwiches from skillet, allow to rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The mayonnaise creates a crust that's crispier and more evenly browned than butter ever could, no burnt edges.
  • It comes together in under fifteen minutes, making it perfect for lunch on days when you can't be bothered with anything fancy.
  • The creamy, melted cheese interior contrasts beautifully with the shatteringly crisp exterior in every bite.
02 -
  • Medium-low heat is non-negotiable; medium will brown the bread before the cheese has a real chance to melt, and you'll end up with a crispy shell around a cold center.
  • Mayo-side down is the whole point—it needs direct contact with the pan to brown properly, so don't flip it thinking you need butter on the other side.
  • Let your skillet preheat for a full minute; a cold pan means soggy toast, not crispy.
03 -
  • If your mayo is cold from the fridge, let it sit out for a minute or two so it spreads evenly without tearing your bread.
  • Pressing the sandwich gently with your spatula in the last minute of cooking ensures the cheese melts fully without squishing out the sides like toothpaste.
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