A delicious and easy Hawaiian Roll Grilled Cheese sandwich featuring sweet Hawaiian rolls filled with melted Monterey Jack cheese, optionally enhanced with sliced tomatoes or crispy bacon for extra flavor. Perfect for a quick snack or a comforting lunch.
Total Time:18 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
4 Hawaiian rolls
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Optional Ingredients
Sliced tomatoes as desired
Crispy bacon strips as desired
Instructions
Prepare Rolls: Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, but do not cut all the way through. This helps keep the sandwich intact during grilling.
Butter Rolls: Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Spread unsalted butter on the insides of each roll to ensure a crispy, golden crust.
Assemble Sandwich: Place the bottom halves of the buttered rolls onto the skillet. Generously fill each with shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Add optional sliced tomatoes or crispy bacon if desired. Press down gently with the top halves of the rolls.
Grill Sandwich: Cook the sandwiches over medium heat for about 4 minutes per side, flipping carefully to avoid spills. Grill until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
Serve: Once grilled, remove the sandwiches from the skillet. Slice and serve immediately while hot and melty.
Notes
Use a spatula to carefully flip the sandwiches to maintain shape and prevent cheese from spilling out.
For a crispier crust, you can increase the butter slightly or use a mix of butter and olive oil.
To add more flavor, consider using sharp cheddar or a blend of cheeses in place of Monterey Jack.
If adding tomatoes or bacon, make sure they are pre-cooked or sliced thinly to ensure even grilling.
Leftover sandwiches can be reheated in a skillet to maintain crispiness rather than using a microwave.
