Gooey Pickle Grilled Cheese

Featured in: Weekend Comfort Plates

This melty sandwich blends sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and cream cheese layered with tangy dill pickle slices between buttered sourdough bread. Cooked to golden perfection on a skillet, it delivers a satisfying crunch and gooey center. Optional Dijon mustard adds a subtle kick, and substitutions like Gruyère or spicy pickles invite variety. Ready in under 20 minutes, it pairs beautifully with tomato soup for a comforting meal.

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By Chloe Anderson

Updated on Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:45:00 GMT

Melted cheese spills from this gooey pickle grilled cheese sandwich, a perfect comfort food. | fungeniusrecipe.com

A decadent, melty grilled cheese sandwich with tangy pickles and buttery crisped bread perfect for ultimate comfort food cravings.

A gooey pickle grilled cheese sandwich is my go to for a quick and satisfying lunch or snack that never disappoints.

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Ingredients

Bread & Dairy: 4 slices sourdough bread 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened 100 g (3.5 oz) sharp cheddar cheese grated 60 g (2 oz) mozzarella cheese grated 30 g (1 oz) cream cheese softened
Pickles: 8–10 dill pickle slices pattted dry
Condiments (optional): 1 tsp Dijon mustard

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Instructions

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Step 1:: Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on one side of each slice of bread.
Step 2:: Place cheddar and mozzarella evenly over two slices of bread (on top of the cream cheese).
Step 3:: Arrange pickle slices over the cheese.
Step 4:: Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard (if using) on the other two slices of bread then place them on top mustard side down to form sandwiches.
Step 5:: Butter the outside of each sandwich generously.
Step 6:: Heat a non stick skillet over medium low heat.
Step 7:: Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook 3–4 minutes per side pressing lightly until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.
Step 8:: Remove from skillet let rest 1 minute then slice and serve hot.

This sandwich always brings smiles around my table especially during cozy family lunch times.

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Required Tools

Non stick skillet or griddle Spatula Cheese grater Knife and cutting board

Allergen Information

Contains Dairy (cheese butter) Gluten (bread) Mustard (if using Dijon) Double check all processed ingredients for potential allergens and cross contamination.

Nutritional Information

Calories 430 Total Fat 26 g Carbohydrates 35 g Protein 15 g

Golden, crispy bread surrounds the tangy pickles in this tempting gooey pickle grilled cheese. | fungeniusrecipe.com

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Gooey Pickle Grilled Cheese

Melty sharp cheddar and tangy pickles on crisp sourdough, perfect for cozy cravings.

Prep time

10 minutes

Cook time

8 minutes

Complete time

18 minutes

Created by Fungeniusrecipe Chloe Anderson

Recipe category Weekend Comfort Plates

Skill level Easy

Cuisine type American

Portions 2 Number of servings

Dietary details Meatless

What You Need

Bread & Dairy

01 4 slices sourdough bread

02 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

03 3.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated

04 2 oz mozzarella cheese, grated

05 1 oz cream cheese, softened

Pickles

01 8 to 10 dill pickle slices, patted dry

Condiments (optional)

01 1 tsp Dijon mustard

How to Make

Step 01

Prepare bread base: Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on one side of each slice of bread.

Step 02

Add cheeses: Evenly distribute grated sharp cheddar and mozzarella over two slices of bread atop the cream cheese.

Step 03

Layer pickles: Arrange dill pickle slices evenly over the cheese.

Step 04

Assemble sandwiches: If using, spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on the remaining two slices of bread, then place them mustard side down atop the pickles to form sandwiches.

Step 05

Butter bread exterior: Generously butter the outside of each sandwich.

Step 06

Preheat skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.

Step 07

Cook sandwiches: Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing lightly, until bread is golden brown and cheeses are melted.

Step 08

Rest and serve: Remove sandwiches from skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve warm.

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Equipment needed

Non-stick skillet or griddle
Spatula
Cheese grater
Knife and cutting board

Allergy details

Don’t forget to check each item for allergens. Talk to a healthcare professional if you’re unsure.

Contains dairy (cheese, butter), gluten (bread), and mustard (if Dijon used). Verify all ingredients for allergy risks.

Nutrition (each serving)

These nutrition facts are for reference only. Always consult an expert for medical advice.

Calorie count: 430
Fat content: 26 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Protein content: 15 g

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