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Make Ahead Freeze Mini Grilled Cheese Appetizer

Make Ahead Freeze Mini Grilled Cheese Appetizer

Imagine serving up the most irresistible bite-sized comfort food that looks gourmet but takes minimal effort to prepare. These Make Ahead Freeze Mini Grilled Cheese Appetizers are your ultimate party hack - a crowd-pleasing snack that can be prepped weeks in advance and cooked to golden perfection in minutes! Whether you're hosting a game day gathering, cocktail party, or just craving a nostalgic treat, these mini grilled cheese bites will elevate your appetizer game and have everyone asking for your secret recipe.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 20 servings

Ingredients

  1. 1 loaf of bread (sliced)
  2. 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
  3. 1/2 cup butter (softened)
  4. 1/4 cup cream cheese (softened)
  5. 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and ensuring they are at room temperature for easy mixing and spreading.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened butter, cream cheese, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well-integrated.
  3. Lay out bread slices on a clean cutting board or workspace. Using a butter knife or offset spatula, spread the butter-cream cheese mixture evenly on one side of each bread slice.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously on half of the prepared bread slices, ensuring even coverage.
  5. Carefully place the remaining bread slices on top of the cheese-covered slices, creating sandwiches with the butter mixture facing outward.
  6. Using a sharp knife, cut each sandwich into quarters, creating small, bite-sized mini grilled cheese appetizers.
  7. Arrange the mini sandwiches on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other.
  8. Place the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze for approximately 1-2 hours until the mini sandwiches are firm.
  9. Once frozen, transfer the mini grilled cheese appetizers to a freezer-safe storage container or zip-lock bag, separating layers with parchment paper.
  10. When ready to serve, preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook the frozen mini sandwiches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  11. Let the appetizers cool for a few minutes, then serve warm and enjoy!

Tips

  1. Use room temperature ingredients for easier mixing and spreading of the butter-cream cheese blend.
  2. Ensure your butter and cream cheese are well-softened to create a smooth, even mixture.
  3. Use a sharp knife to create clean, uniform mini sandwich cuts.
  4. Don't overcrowd the baking sheet when freezing to prevent sandwiches from sticking together.
  5. When cooking from frozen, use medium heat to ensure the outside gets crispy while the cheese melts thoroughly.
  6. For extra flavor variation, experiment with different cheese types like gruyère, pepper jack, or Swiss.
  7. Store frozen mini sandwiches in an airtight container for up to 2-3 months for quick entertaining.
  8. Let the appetizers cool slightly after cooking to prevent burning your guests' mouths.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 120kcal

Carbohydrates: 10g

Protein: 4g

Fat: 8g

Saturated Fat: 5g

Cholesterol: 25mg

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