Whipped Feta Spring Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Golden, crispy sandwiches filled with whipped feta, fresh herbs, and bright lemon flavors. A tangy, creamy twist on a classic comfort food.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese Mixture

01 - 3.5 oz feta cheese, crumbled
02 - 2 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
04 - 1 tsp lemon zest
05 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
06 - 1 tbsp olive oil
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Bread

08 - 4 slices sourdough or country-style bread

→ For Grilling

09 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

→ Optional Add-Ins

10 - ½ cup baby spinach leaves
11 - 2 tbsp thinly sliced scallions
12 - 4–6 thin slices cucumber

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine feta, cream cheese, dill, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and black pepper. Whip using a hand mixer or fork until smooth and creamy.
02 - Spread the whipped feta mixture evenly onto two slices of bread. Top with baby spinach, scallions, and cucumber, if using. Place the remaining bread slices on top to form sandwiches.
03 - Spread softened butter on the outsides of each sandwich, ensuring even coverage for golden crisping.
04 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown and the bread is crisp.
05 - Slice sandwiches diagonally and serve immediately while warm for optimal texture and flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The whipped feta creates an incredibly creamy texture that melts beautifully while still delivering those signature salty punches
  • Fresh dill and lemon brighten up the richness making this feel lighter than your typical grilled cheese
02 -
  • The whipped cheese mixture can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to three days, making these sandwiches incredibly quick to assemble
  • Medium low heat is better than high heat here because you want the bread to crisp gradually without burning before the filling warms through
03 -
  • Really whip the cheese mixture until it is completely smooth because any lumps will make the sandwich texture uneven
  • Room temperature cream cheese blends much easier than cold, so set it out about 20 minutes before you start cooking
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