🧀🥓 Bacon-Wrapped Grilled Cheese Fingers
🧂 Ingredients:
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8 slices sandwich bread (white or brioche works great)
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6–8 slices American or cheddar cheese
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Butter or mayo, for spreading
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16–20 slices thin-cut bacon (2 per finger)
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Optional: honey, hot sauce, or maple syrup for dipping
🔥 Instructions:
1. Make the Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
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Spread butter or mayo on one side of each bread slice.
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Place cheese slices between two slices (buttered sides out).
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Grill on a skillet or griddle over medium heat until golden brown and cheese is melted — about 2–3 minutes per side.
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Let cool slightly, then cut each sandwich into 3–4 sticks (grilled cheese fingers).
2. Wrap with Bacon
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Wrap each grilled cheese finger tightly with 1–2 slices of bacon, slightly overlapping to cover the bread.
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Secure ends with toothpicks if needed.
3. Cook Until Crispy
Choose your method:
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Oven:
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Preheat to 400°F (200°C).
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Place bacon-wrapped fingers on a wire rack over a baking sheet.
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Bake 20–25 minutes, turning once, until bacon is crispy.
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Air Fryer:
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Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, turning halfway.
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Skillet:
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Cook over medium heat, turning to crisp all sides (a bit messier, but works!).
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4. Serve Hot
Let cool slightly, then serve with:
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Ranch, tomato soup, spicy ketchup, or maple syrup for dipping.
🧠 Tips & Variations:
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Use jalapeño jack cheese for a spicy version.
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Add a little bacon jam or tomato inside the grilled cheese for extra flavor.
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Want it sweet & savory? Drizzle with honey or maple syrup before serving.
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