If you’ve got leftover smoked mac and cheese, don’t even think about reheating it in a bowl—level up with this **Grilled Smoked Mac and Cheese Sandwich**. This cheesy, golden, crispy sandwich is bold comfort food done right. Loaded with smoky mac, layered with gooey cheese, and finished with a hit of All-Purp—this is the ultimate upgrade to your grilled cheese game.
Whether it’s made on a griddle, in a skillet, or over a campfire flat top, this sandwich delivers buttery crunch and smoky, melty goodness in every bite. Bacon optional (but highly recommended).
Yields: 1 Sandwich | Prep Time: 5 Minutes | Total Time: 10 Minutes
INGREDIENTS:
¾ cup smoked mac and cheese
2 slices thick sourdough bread
4 slices cheese (we used Swiss)
1 tbsp butter
1 tsp All-Purp
🔥 PROCESS:
1 | If cold, warm the mac and cheese on the griddle over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until pliable.
2 | Butter one side of each slice of bread.
3 | Place two slices of cheese on each slice of bread and sprinkle ½ tsp of All-Purp on each side.
4 | Shape the mac and cheese into a rectangle to fit the bread. Place it between the cheese layers, sprinkle another ½ tsp All-Purp, and close the sandwich (butter side out).
5 | Cook sandwich on a griddle or skillet over low-medium heat until golden brown on one side. Flip and repeat. Lower heat = smoother cheese melt.
6 | Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
7 | Slice and serve hot.
💣 Pro Tips for the Ultimate Grilled Mac Sandwich:
- Use smoked mac and cheese: Adds bold flavor and a BBQ twist that regular mac just can’t deliver.
- Low and slow is key: Avoid burning the bread by cooking at a lower heat to fully melt the cheese.
- Customize with extras: Add bacon, jalapeños, hot honey drizzle, or BBQ sauce for your own signature version.
🧄 Why You’ll Love This Grilled Mac and Cheese Sandwich:
- Cheesy, smoky, and crunchy: All the best textures in one hand-held bite.
- Insanely craveable comfort food: Perfect for lunch, midnight snacks, or impressing your BBQ guests.
- Smoked seasoning kick: All-Purp adds BBQ rub depth with garlic, paprika, and savory goodness.