Rebel Float Pumpkin Spice Grilled Cheese Recipe
The Rebel Float Pumpkin Spice Grilled Cheese is a cozy, indulgent autumn-inspired sandwich featuring creamy pumpkin-spiced spread layered with sharp cheddar and creamy Havarti or mozzarella cheeses, grilled to golden perfection. Served alongside a nostalgic cream soda float with vanilla ice cream and a dusting of warm spices, this recipe perfectly blends savory, sweet, and seasonal flavors for a comforting treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Snack, Sandwich
- Method: Grilling, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Pumpkin Spice Grilled Cheese
- 4 slices thick-cut brioche or sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
- 4 slices sharp white cheddar cheese
- 2 slices creamy Havarti or mozzarella cheese
For the Cream Soda Float
- 2 cups cream soda, chilled
- 2 scoops vanilla ice cream
- Ground cinnamon or nutmeg, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the pumpkin spice spread: In a small mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and well blended.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly onto two slices of bread. Layer each with 2 slices of sharp white cheddar and 1 slice of Havarti or mozzarella. Top with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
- Grill the sandwiches: Spread the softened butter onto the outside surfaces of each sandwich. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Make the cream soda floats: Pour 1 cup of chilled cream soda into each tall glass. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to each glass. Garnish with a pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg, if desired.
- Serve: Serve the hot grilled cheese sandwiches alongside the cream soda floats immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use thick-cut bread like brioche or sourdough for optimal texture and flavor.
- If pumpkin pie spice is unavailable, use a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
- Adjust the sweetness of the pumpkin spread by adding more or less maple syrup according to taste.
- Serve immediately after grilling to enjoy the cheese melted and the bread crispy.
- For a vegetarian option, confirm that cheeses used are rennet-free.
- The cream soda float is optional but adds a fun, nostalgic pairing to the grilled cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich with 1 cream soda float
- Calories: 680 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 860 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
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