Flavorful Glazed Donut Grilled Cheese Sandwich
A sweet and savory breakfast sandwich combining glazed donuts with melted sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheese, cooked to a crispy golden perfection. Quick and easy to make, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large plain glazed donuts, sliced in half horizontally
- 2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 slice mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon
- Optional: drizzle of honey
- Optional: a few slices of crispy bacon
Instructions
- Slice the glazed donuts in half horizontally to create two sandwich buns.
- Spread about 1 tablespoon of softened butter on the outside of each donut half.
- Place one donut half, buttered side down, on a plate or cutting board.
- Layer 2 slices of sharp cheddar cheese and 1 slice of mozzarella on top.
- Cover with the other donut half, buttered side up.
- Warm a non-stick skillet or cast iron pan over medium-low heat.
- Place the sandwich gently in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side until golden brown and crispy.
- Carefully flip the sandwich and cook for another 4 minutes on the second side.
- Press lightly with a spatula to help the cheese melt evenly inside, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Cook on medium-low heat to prevent burning the donut before the cheese melts. Use softened butter for even browning. Flip gently with a wide spatula to avoid breaking the sandwich. Avoid overcrowding the pan by cooking one sandwich at a time. For dairy-free or gluten-free versions, use appropriate substitutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 12
Keywords: glazed donut, grilled cheese, breakfast sandwich, sweet and savory, brunch, easy recipe