Flavorful Smoked Brisket Grilled Cheese Texas Toast
A smoky, cheesy grilled cheese sandwich made with thick Texas toast and tender smoked brisket, perfect for casual get-togethers or indulgent lunches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich (serves 1) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 slices Texas toast (thick-sliced white bread)
- 8 ounces smoked brisket, thinly sliced or shredded
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (part-skim)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional but recommended)
- 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Pickles or pickled jalapeños slices (optional for a kick)
Instructions
- Thinly slice or shred about 8 ounces of smoked brisket. If cold, let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup sharp cheddar and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
- Mix 2 tablespoons softened butter with 1 tablespoon mayonnaise and 1/4 teaspoon onion powder.
- Spread the butter-mayo mixture evenly on one side of each Texas toast slice (these will be the outside for grilling).
- On the non-buttered side of one slice, spread 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce. Add half the cheese mixture, then layer the brisket evenly. Add pickles or jalapeños if desired. Top with remaining cheese and place the second slice of toast on top, buttered side out.
- Heat a nonstick skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat for 2 minutes.
- Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on the first side, pressing gently with a spatula. Flip carefully and cook another 4-5 minutes until cheese melts and both sides are golden brown. Lower heat if bread browns too fast.
- Remove sandwich and let rest for 2 minutes. Slice diagonally and serve warm.
Notes
If cheese melts slower than bread browns, cover pan loosely with a lid for a minute to trap heat. Use medium to medium-low heat to avoid burning. Press gently with spatula to form even crust without squeezing out filling. Clean pan between batches to avoid burnt bits. For dairy-free, substitute butter and cheese with plant-based alternatives. For gluten-free, use gluten-free bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 575
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 900
- Fat: 32.5
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 37.5
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 37.5
Keywords: smoked brisket, grilled cheese, Texas toast, BBQ sandwich, comfort food, easy recipe, cheesy sandwich