Honey Chipotle Butter Grilled (Print View)

Sourdough slices layered with honey-chipotle butter and sharp cheddar, grilled to a golden crisp.

# Components:

→ 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
05 - Pinch of salt

→ Sandwiches

06 - 4 slices sourdough bread
07 - 1½ cups (approx. 150 grams) sharp cheddar cheese, grated
08 - Honey chipotle butter (from above)

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The honey and chipotle balance each other in a way that feels like a small flavor revelation between two slices of bread.
  • It's genuinely easy enough for a weeknight lunch but impressive enough that you won't feel guilty eating it for dinner.
  • That moment when the cheese hits the hot pan and starts bubbling is pure satisfaction.
02 -
  • Medium heat is your friend here—I once cranked the temperature too high and ended up with burnt bread and cold cheese in the middle, a disappointing outcome that taught me patience is essential.
  • Grating your own cheese rather than using pre-shredded varieties is the difference between a good grilled cheese and one that actually feels special.
03 -
  • Let your butter soften at room temperature for exactly the right consistency—microwave softening sounds faster but often leads to greasy, separated results.
  • The secret that transforms this from good to unforgettable is using slightly more butter than you think you should and not being shy about the honey-chipotle spread.
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