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Maple Bacon Donut Grilled Cheese

Maple Bacon Donut Grilled Cheese
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The Maple Bacon Donut Grilled Cheese is a unique and indulgent comfort food that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. It features crispy, smoky bacon and gooey cheese sandwiched between soft, sweet glazed donuts, grilled to golden perfection. Quick and simple to make, this playful sandwich is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a fun snack, and offers endless opportunities for customization.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 2 Soft glazed donuts, sliced horizontally
  • 4 Bacon strips, cooked crispy
  • 2 Cheese slices (cheddar or American)
  • Butter, for spreading on donut exterior
  • Maple syrup, light drizzle

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bacon: Cook your bacon strips until they’re crispy but not burnt. Drain excess grease on paper towels and set aside.
  2. Slice the Donuts: Carefully slice each glazed donut horizontally to create two even halves, avoiding squishing the soft donut.
  3. Assemble the Sandwich: Layer a slice of cheese and bacon strips between the two donut halves. Optionally, add a light drizzle of maple syrup inside.
  4. Butter the Donut Exterior: Spread a thin layer of butter on the outside surfaces of the donut halves to ensure golden browning and crispiness when grilled.
  5. Grill the Sandwich: Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the sandwich in the pan. Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula until the cheese melts and the donut is toasted to a golden crisp.

Notes

  • Use day-old donuts for better texture and less sogginess.
  • Grill on medium heat to avoid burning the donut exterior before cheese melts.
  • Press gently with a spatula to meld layers without squashing the donut.
  • Ensure entire donut surface is covered with cheese to keep the sandwich intact and gooey.
  • Pat bacon dry to prevent excess grease from making the donut soggy.

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Keywords: Maple, Bacon, Donut, Grilled Cheese, Sweet and Savory, Comfort Food, Indulgent, Quick Recipe

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