Description
Indulgent donut grilled cheese with bacon maple brings sweet and savory flavors together in a culinary adventure. Crispy bacon, melted cheese, and maple glaze create an irresistible sandwich you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 donuts (glazed, cut in half like a bagel)
- 4 slices cheese (cheddar or favorite melty cheese)
- 4 slices bacon (cooked)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) butter
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) maple syrup (plus extra for drizzling)
Instructions
- Donut Preparation: Carefully slice each glazed or plain donut horizontally into two even halves, creating a bun-like surface for the sandwich assembly.
- Cheese and Bacon Layering: Position a slice of cheese on the bottom donut half, layer crispy bacon strips, add another cheese slice, then crown with the top donut half to create a compact sandwich structure.
- Skillet Heating: Warm a nonstick skillet over medium-low temperature, gently melting butter to create a smooth, golden cooking surface that will caramelize the donut’s exterior.
- Grilling Process: Carefully place assembled sandwiches into the heated skillet, cooking each side for 2-3 minutes while applying gentle pressure with a spatula to ensure even browning and complete cheese melting; add additional butter when flipping to enhance golden crispness.
- Finishing Touch: Remove grilled sandwiches from heat, elegantly drizzle with rich maple syrup, allowing the sweet liquid to cascade over the crispy, cheesy creation before serving immediately while warm and inviting.
Notes
- Choose fresh, sturdy donuts with a firm texture to prevent falling apart during grilling. Slightly stale donuts work better as they hold structure more effectively.
- Maintain medium-low heat to ensure even melting of cheese and perfect golden-brown exterior without burning the delicate donut surface.
- Experiment with different cheese types like sharp cheddar or smoked gouda to complement the sweet maple and bacon’s salty richness.
- Substitute regular bacon with turkey bacon for lower-fat version, or use plant-based cheese and bacon alternatives for vegetarian adaptation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg