A copycat Starbucks Grilled Cheese recipe that you can make at home easily and it tastes just like you picked it up from Starbucks. A crispy flavorful crunch to the toasted exterior and a gooey, cheesy filling.
Popular any time of year, this tasty grilled cheese is enjoyed any time of day too.
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What makes this recipe so yummy
- It's super easy to make in just a few minutes and it tastes just like you picked up the perfect grilled cheese at Starbucks.
- It's so much cheaper to make at home, which is great in todays economy. Make it for a fraction of the cost.
- This makes the best crispy grilled cheese sandwich. It takes it to a whole new level.
- This crispy sandwich tastes divine dipped into tomato soup.
- The outside of the bread has a crispy cheese coating. It's part of what makes it.
Groceries you'll need: Ingredients
- Thick Sourdough Bread
- Unsalted Butter
- Parmesan Cheese
- Sliced Cheddar Cheese
- Sliced Provolone Cheese
See recipe card at the bottom of this post for quantities.
Recipe walkthrough: Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe steps. For more detailed instructions visit the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Step 1: Lay slices of the cheese in between two slices of bread.
- Step 2: In a small bowl mix the butter and parmesan cheese.
- Step 3: Spread on one side of the sandwich.
- Step 4: Place in a hot grill pan, over medium heat, butter side down and cook for a few minutes until toasty. While cooking add some parmesan butter spread over the top slice.
- Step 5: Flip the grilled cheese and cook until golden brown on that side and the cheese has all melted. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
Hint: Although I use a grill pan as I find it's the best way, you could use a regular frying pan or even cook in a toaster oven or air fryer.
Recipe variations and substitute ideas
- Mozzarella Cheese - instead of Provolone. Starbucks does in fact use mozzarella, not provolone (I just prefer the taste of provolone).
- White Cheddar Cheese - instead of the regular yellow cheddar. (Again, this is what Starbucks uses).
- Dehydrated Garlic - this is used as a sprinkle in their recipe. You can add a sprinkle of garlic powder.
- Cheese Slices - You could use all kinds of cheese - whichever you prefer. Monterey Jack is another favorite of mine.
- White Bread - instead of sourdough, or I bet brioche would be good too.
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I use a grill pan to make my grilled cheese sandwiches, but you could use a regular pan. I also used a small bowl to mix the parmesan butter in.
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How to store leftovers
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator, like a ziploc bag, for up to 5 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.
Mel's kitchen notes
If you don't like the parmesan crust, you could just use salted butter instead.
Frequently asked questions: FAQs
You must have had the heat too high. It's best to keep it at medium to medium-high. That way the cheese has a chance to get hot enough to melt, but the bread doesn't get toasted too quickly.
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Ingredients
- 6 Slices Sourdough Bread
- ½ Cup Unsalted Butter softened
- ½ Cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 9 Slices Provolone Cheese
- 6 Slices Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
- Add 3 slices of provolone and 2 slices of cheddar to the inside of 2 slices of sourdough bread.6 Slices Sourdough Bread, 9 Slices Provolone Cheese, 6 Slices Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- Mix the butter and parmesan cheese in a small bowl, then spread some over one side of the sandwich.½ Cup Unsalted Butter, ½ Cup Parmesan Cheese
- Add to a heated grill pan, on medium-high heat, butter side down. Spread more butter on the top slice. Cook for 3 minutes, or until toasted nicely on the bottom, then flip.
- Toast the other side for another 3 minutes. The cheese should have melted in this time.
- Repeat with the other grilled cheese sandwiches.
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