Donut Grilled Cheese with Bacon Maple Glaze
A delicious twist on classic grilled cheese, this dish combines sweet glazed donuts with melted cheddar cheese and crispy bacon, all topped with maple syrup for a unique flavor experience.
Ingredients
For the sandwich
- 2 pieces glazed donuts, sliced in half horizontally Use fresh, soft donuts for best texture.
- 4 slices slices of bacon Cook until crispy.
- 4 slices slices of cheddar cheese Adjust quantity based on preference.
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup For drizzling before serving.
Instructions
Cooking Bacon
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Once cooked, remove the bacon and let it drain on paper towels.
Assembling the Sandwich
- In the same skillet, place the cut-side up of one half of each donut.
- On each donut half, layer 2 slices of cheddar cheese, followed by 2 slices of crispy bacon.
- Top with the other half of the donut, cut-side down.
Grilling
- Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the donuts are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Drizzle maple syrup over the top before serving.
Notes
This dish makes a great snack or fun breakfast. Pair with fresh fruit or a light salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet to restore crispiness.