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Grilled Cheese in the Oven

April 7, 2014

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Grilled cheese and tomato soup is warm comfort food, and a mainstay during the cold snow laden winter that I hope we are finally coming out of around these parts. As a child this would frequently be on the lunch menu, and was one of the first meals my siblings and I learned to make for ourselves as we grew.

My mother would frequently make our toast in the oven instead of the toaster, and I’m not sure why, unless it was because she was saving time and could make more slices at one time, but whatever the reason, I still like my toast made in the oven. It seems to be a little chewier and sweeter, and I like how the butter sinks into the bread!  All this to say, when I saw the idea for making grilled cheese sandwiches in the oven, I thought it was absolutely genius, and had to try it right away!  I’ve since tried it several different ways, and it is AWESOME! The cheese melts better inside, and I can make six at a time easily on my baking sheet, and the sandwiches get slightly chewy and seem sweeter! Once you try it, I don’t think you’ll ever go back to making them in a frying pan!

oven grilled cheese, Grilled Cheese in the Oven, Joyful HomemakingThese are ridiculously easy to make: Start with your favorite bread and cheese and some butter.

oven grilled cheese, Grilled Cheese in the Oven, Joyful Homemaking

My favorite bread that I’ve tried so far with these sandwiches is the Schwebel’s Sweet Wheat, (although I’ve made them with whole grain bread and Italian as well, and they’re all good), and since I’ve never cared a lot for the taste of processed cheese slices, I like to use a good quality cheddar cheese slice.  Ham or sliced turkey is optional and delicious, but my favorite is simply with the gooey cheese alone.

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Depending on how many sandwiches you’re making, you need 2 slices of bread for each, and about a Tablespoon of butter for each sandwich, and of course at least one cheese slice for each.  Now I like to melt my butter a bit and brush it on the outside of each slice, but it’s probably not necessary, if you prefer instead to use a knife and spread un-melted butter on your bread.  Lay them out on your baking sheet.

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After buttering, adding the cheese, and topping with more buttered bread, they are ready to go in the oven.

In a preheated 425 degree oven, bake on one side for around 6 minutes, checking though to get it to your preferred degree of “toastyness.” Then carefully flip over and bake for another 3 minutes or so, again watching for the perfect “brown-ness” for your taste.

oven grilled cheese, Grilled Cheese in the Oven, Joyful Homemaking

These are truly amazingly scrumptious!

oven grilled cheese, Grilled Cheese in the Oven, Joyful Homemaking
5 from 1 vote

Grilled Cheese in the Oven

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Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:10 mins
Total Time:20 mins

Ingredients

  • Favorite bread
  • Favorite cheese
  • 1 Tablespoon butter for each sandwich melted optional
  • Turkey or ham optional

Instructions

  • I like to melt my butter a bit and brush it on the outside of each slice, but it's probably not necessary, if you prefer to use a knife and spread unmelted butter on your bread.
  • After buttering, adding the cheese, and topping with more buttered bread, they are ready to go in the oven.
  • In a preheated 425 degree oven, bake on one side for around 6 minutes, checking though to get it to your preferred degree of "toastyness." Then carefully flip over and bake for another 3 minutes or so, again watching for the perfect "browness" for your taste.


oven grilled cheese, Grilled Cheese in the Oven, Joyful Homemaking
The cheese gets hot and bubbly throughout, and the bread becomes slightly chewy and somehow a bit sweeter.
Who knew that making grilled cheese in the oven would be not only more efficient, but also much tastier!
This is a great way to make grilled cheese for a crowd too!

I’ve also made these with turkey and ham slices, and they are a delicious alternative!

oven grilled cheese, Grilled Cheese in the Oven, Joyful Homemaking

If you like grilled cheese, these Grilled Cheese with Tomato and Pesto are amazing too!

Hope you enjoy!

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  1. Bonnie Morgan says

    April 7, 2014 at 1:57 pm

    Glad you shared this. Just made some for the grandchildren today and the oven method would be easier and make more at the same time. Thanks for all the details all worked out. Pinned for next time.

    Reply
    • Margo says

      April 8, 2014 at 7:19 pm

      You’ll never go back to the old way, they’re so easy and yummy!

      Reply
    • Cello says

      August 26, 2019 at 12:17 pm

      I used potato bread for a more unique flavor and margarine instead of butter for less saturated fat. If you make these substitutions, I suggest lowering the oven temperature to 400°F and baking the sandwiches slightly longer on each side so the bread doesn’t get too crispy.

      Also, I like to put meat on my grilled cheese sandwiches. If you do this, I strongly suggest putting another slice of cheese on top of the meat. Otherwise, the sandwiches will fall apart.

      Reply
  2. Kelli B says

    April 7, 2014 at 3:33 pm

    These looks delicious! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Margo says

      April 8, 2014 at 7:19 pm

      Hope you’ll try it, they’re so good made in the oven!

      Reply
  3. Cheryl says

    April 8, 2014 at 2:44 am

    I stopped by from Saturday Night Fever to check out your post because Grilled Cheese in the Oven seemed like a great idea and looks so yummy! What a great idea to get them all done at one time! I would like to invite you to share your talents on my new link party The Yuck Stops Here on Hot Momma’s Kitchen Chaos at http://mommasangelbaby.com. I hope to see you there! HUGS

    Reply
  4. Thea says

    April 8, 2014 at 10:43 am

    I love grill cheese sandwiches! I also love this new way for me to prepare them. Thank you!

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    • Margo says

      April 8, 2014 at 7:13 pm

      Can’t wait for you to try them this way, they’re so good!

      Reply
  5. Kim of Mo'Betta says

    April 9, 2014 at 12:22 pm

    Oh my…it’s lunch time and now I want grilled cheese!

    Reply
    • Margo says

      April 9, 2014 at 7:28 pm

      This is a great way to make it! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Miz Helen says

    April 14, 2014 at 10:19 am

    5 stars
    Hi Margo,
    I love oven toast but have never tried a grilled cheese in the oven, this looks awesome! Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a very special week.
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

    Reply
  7. Andi @ The Weary Chef says

    April 25, 2014 at 10:50 pm

    I love making grilled cheese in the oven too! It’s probably user error, but I usually end up burning the bread before the cheese melts when I make grilled cheese in a skillet. I often don’t even butter the bread, so that makes it a healthier way to go too. Your sandwich combos look delicious. Thanks so much for sharing your ideas with us at Saturday Night Fever!

    Reply
  8. Kristin Dunn says

    February 7, 2018 at 5:08 pm

    Your pictures made me hungry! I love grilled cheese in the oven! Pinned and followed you on FB and Pinterest. Visiting from Modest Mondays.

    Reply
  9. Mandie Brice says

    February 9, 2018 at 12:50 pm

    These look so delicious! I totally agree – no processed slices!

    Reply
  10. Julie @ Back To My Southern Roots says

    February 11, 2018 at 8:51 am

    I made some grilled cheese yesterday in the skillet. I never thought about putting it in the oven. I will try that next time. Sounds like a great idea!

    Reply
  11. Miz Helen says

    February 11, 2018 at 5:23 pm

    Hope you are having a great day and thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with us at Full Plate Thursday.
    Come Back Soon
    Miz Helen

    Reply
  12. helenfern says

    March 11, 2018 at 1:39 pm

    Looks fantastic – Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner Party!

    Reply
  13. Cindy's FTD Journey (@monkeyami) says

    April 21, 2018 at 12:49 pm

    You have got me wanting a grilled cheese sandwich now! I haven’t ever had a grilled cheese sandwich out of the oven before. I love that you can make a bunch at a time this way!

    Reply
    • Margo says

      April 24, 2018 at 7:42 am

      I love how convenient it is!

      Reply
  14. Jhuls says

    April 22, 2018 at 4:31 am

    I have to try making grilled cheese in the oven. Must be easier than making them on the stove top. Thanks for sharing at Fiesta Friday party!

    Reply
  15. FrugalHausfrau says

    April 24, 2018 at 12:39 am

    Great idea! Happy FF!

    Mollie

    Reply
  16. Theresa says

    April 25, 2018 at 1:17 am

    I have never made grilled cheese in the oven. I have to try. This is great for making everyones at once too. Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party. PInned & sharing. See you again soon.

    Reply
  17. Jean | Delightful Repast says

    January 4, 2019 at 2:49 pm

    Margo, I haven’t tried this yet as I’m usually just making 2 or 3 sandwiches at a time. But next time I need to make more, I’m going to use the oven! #PrettyPintastic

    Reply
  18. Debbie says

    May 29, 2019 at 12:21 pm

    I make them this way in a toaster oven at work a lot

    Reply

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