Description
A decadent twist on traditional grilled cheese, this Donut Grilled Cheese Bacon Maple combines the sweetness of donuts with savory cheese and crispy bacon for a deliciously indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 glazed donuts, sliced in half horizontally
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 slices bacon
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper if using.
- Place the donut halves, cut side down, in the skillet and toast until golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Flip the donuts. Layer 2 slices of cheddar cheese on each bottom half.
- Crumble the cooked bacon over the cheese on each donut bottom.
- Drizzle the maple syrup mixture evenly over the bacon.
- Place the top halves of the donuts over the bacon and cheese. Press gently and cook 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and donuts are warmed through.
- Remove from skillet and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper according to your spice preference.
- Try using different types of cheese for a unique flavor.
- Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg