VEGAN JALAPEÑO POPPER GRILLED CHEESE
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Total Time
13 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
257 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
VEGAN JALAPEÑO POPPER GRILLED CHEESE
Description
This grilled cheese starts with preparing fresh jalapeño by halving, deseeding or adjusting the heat level, and finely chopping. One slice of bread is spread with vegan cream cheese and topped with the chopped jalapeño, while the other has vegan cheddar-style slices layered with pickled jalapeño slices. The sandwich is then closed and both external sides are brushed with vegan buttery spread or coconut oil to encourage a golden, crisp crust when cooked.
Grilling is done over medium heat with additional spread as needed, pressing down on the sandwich and optionally covering with a pot lid to promote melting. The process continues flipping until both sides reach a rich golden brown color. The combination creates a contrast of creamy, cheesy spice inside with a crisp, buttery exterior.
This sandwich delivers jalapeño popper flavors in a grilled cheese form suitable for vegan diets and can be enjoyed as a snack or light meal. Nutrition facts are estimated and can vary depending on ingredient brands and portions.
Ingredients
- 2 lices bread your favorite variety
- 2 TBSP cream cheese style spread Daiya Plain brand
- 2 cheddar style slices Daiya brand
- 1 jalapeño fresh
- 2-3 TBSP jalapeño pickled, slices
- 1-2 TBSP vegan buttery spread as needed, of choice
Instructions
- First prep your jalapeño. Remove the stem and slice in half, removing the seeds and veins to dull a bit of the heat. Or leave them in for an extra spicy sandwich! Chop finely and set aside.
- Spread one side of your bread with Daiya cream cheese and top with the chopped/minced jalapeño.
- Top the second slice with Daiya Cheddar Style Slices and top with the pickled jalapeño slices.
- Close your sandwich and, for an extra golden crust, spread the outside of each slice of bread with vegan buttery spread or coconut oil.
- Next heat a pan to medium heat with some extra buttery spread or coconut oil. Once hot, add your sandwich.
- Use a spatula to press down on the grilled cheese, and feel free to pop a clear pot lid on top to help melt the slices. Before flipping, add a little more spread/oil if your pan is dry. Pop your lid back on if you're using one and grill each side until golden brown.
- Melty grilled cheese trick: For the meltiest sandwich ever, pop it in the microwave for 15 seconds or so after grilling for the most epic vegan cheese pull of all time! It's a bit dreamy.
Notes
- Adjust the heat level by removing or retaining jalapeño seeds and veins to taste.
- Spread the outside of the bread with vegan buttery spread or coconut oil for a golden, crisp crust.
- Press the sandwich while grilling and use a pot lid to encourage cheese melting.
- Use vegan cream cheese and cheddar-style slices to preserve plant-based dietary needs.
- Nutrition information should be checked individually as values vary with brand and quantity.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 257 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 257kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 687mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 78mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 513IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 68mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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