Truffle Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Printable Version)

A gourmet twist on the classic with creamy Gruyère and luxurious truffle oil pressed between golden, buttery bread.

# What You Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough or artisan bread

→ Cheese

02 - 4.2 oz Gruyère cheese, grated or thinly sliced

→ Spreads & Oils

03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
04 - 1 to 2 teaspoons truffle oil, white or black

→ Seasoning

05 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
06 - Pinch of sea salt, optional

# Directions:

01 - Lay out bread slices and spread thin layer of butter on one side of each slice.
02 - Flip bread over and drizzle truffle oil on unbuttered side of two slices.
03 - Distribute Gruyère evenly over truffle oil-drizzled bread. Season lightly with black pepper and pinch of salt.
04 - Top each prepared slice with remaining bread slices, butter side facing outward.
05 - Heat non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-low heat.
06 - Place sandwiches in pan and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and crisp with melted cheese. Lower heat if bread browns too quickly before cheese melts.
07 - Remove from pan, let rest 1 minute, then slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The truffle oil adds an earthy richness that makes every bite feel like a splurge without any extra effort.
  • It comes together in fifteen minutes, so you can have something special on the table even on a weeknight.
  • The Gruyère melts into these glossy, stretchy ribbons that make you want to pull the sandwich apart slowly just to watch.
  • It's fancy enough to serve to guests but comforting enough to eat alone in your pajamas.
02 -
  • Medium-low heat is your friend—too high and the bread burns while the cheese stays cold and firm.
  • If the cheese isn't melting fast enough, cover the pan with a lid for the last minute to trap the heat.
  • Truffle oil loses its magic when overheated, so drizzle it on the bread, not in the pan.
03 -
  • Grate your own Gruyère instead of buying pre-shredded; it melts smoother and tastes fresher.
  • Press the sandwich gently with the spatula while it cooks to help the cheese melt evenly and bond with the bread.
  • If you want extra truffle flavor, brush a tiny bit more oil on the crust right after it comes out of the pan while it's still hot.
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