Sourdough Grilled Cheese Sandwich

5 from 36 votes

This sourdough grilled cheese sandwich is crispy, cheesy, and melty! Discover how to create the finest grilled cheese on sourdough bread today.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Entree

Cuisine: American

Keyword: sourdough grilled cheese, Sourdough, sandwich, stovetop, grilled cheese

Servings: sandwiches

Calories: 770kcal

Lay out the bread slices (toasted or untoasted) on your work surface. 4 slices of bread will be the sandwich bottoms, and 4 will be the tops.
Place 1 slice of American and 1 slice of Provolone cheese onto each of the bottom slices. Add grated Gruyere cheese evenly over the top of the other cheeses.
Place 1 top bread slice over each sandwich. Spread the softened butter on the outside of the top and bottom of each sandwich.
Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat. When the pan is hot, add the sandwiches, leaving some space between each (don't overcrowd the pan).
Cook on first side for 3 minutes. Use a large spatula to flip sandwiches over and cook for 3 more minutes, or until the cheese melts.
After 6 minutes, if cheese still isn't fully melted, add 1 tablespoon water to the pan/griddle, then cover the pan with its lid (or use a griddle dome lid) to create steam. This will help the cheese to melt quickly.

If after 5 minutes of cooking, the cheeses are still unmelted, add 1 tablespoon of water to the pan/griddle. (Don’t pour the water directly over the sandwich.)
Then, cover the pan with its lid (or use a griddle dome lid). The steam it creates will melt everything quickly.
Overnight sourdough bread is our go-to choice for the perfect sourdough bread grilled cheese sandwich. If you prefer whole grains, you can use a whole wheat sourdough sandwich bread. Or, for an incredible flavor, consider using Jalapeno cheddar bread recipe.

Recipe Variations:

Add protein: Layer in ham, turkey, or crispy bacon between the cheese slices.
Go gourmet: Swap in fancy cheeses like brie, monterey jack, or even a sprinkle of parmesan cheese for a bold twist.
Spicy kick: Use pepper jack cheese or add sliced jalapeños for some heat.
Sweet + savory: Add caramelized onions, fig jam, or even thin apple slices for a unique, balanced bite.

Storing Instructions:

To store leftover sourdough grilled cheese sandwiches, let them cool completely, then wrap them tightly in foil or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
For best results when reheating, warm them in a skillet over low heat or in a toaster oven until the bread is crisp and the cheese is melted again. Avoid microwaving, as it can make the bread soggy.