Did you know that April is National Grilled Cheese Month? I’m not entirely sure why April, but who’s going to question a month full of cheese? And of course after you eat your dinner full of grilled cheese, it only makes sense to end it with these Grilled Nutella Cheesecake Sandwiches for dessert. Two slices of pound cake filled with a creamy and addicting filling of Nutella and cheesecake.
This idea popped into my head one day while frustrated at work. Grilled cheese…cheesecake…grilled cheesecake. Hey that’s a great idea! I searched for other grilled cheesecake recipes, and most called for an actual slice of cheesecake. What if you don’t have cheesecake? That’s where I got the idea to create a cheesecake filling (egg free!) that you could put in a sandwich.
Now what can I pair with the cheesecake? First thought was strawberries or cherries, but it isn’t strawberry or cherry season. Peaches? No, not until late summer. Hmm. Can I use something that isn’t fruit? Then it hit me – Nutella. Everyone has a jar of Nutella in the pantry (or at least they should).
For the “bread”, I used a pound cake recipe that used up some egg whites in my fridge. Feel free to use your favorite pound cake. I bet you could even make it with banana bread.
Grilled Nutella Cheesecake Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 tablespoons Nutella
- 12 slices pound cake
- Butter, for frying
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, beat the heavy cream until it starts to thicken. Add the powdered sugar. Continue beating the cream until stiff peaks form (when you pull the beaters straight up, the peaks will not fall over).
- In a large bowl, beat together the granulated sugar and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Beat in the vanilla. Turn off the mixer and fold in the whipped cream.
- Preheat a dry skillet. Take one slice of cake and butter one side. Take another slice of cake and butter one side. On one of the unbuttered sides, spread about 2 tablespoons of the cheesecake filling. With the remaining unbuttered side, spread about 1 tablespoon Nutella. Sandwich the cake slices together with the cheesecake and Nutella sides facing each other. Fry the sandwich on one side then flip and fry the other side. Repeat with the remaining cake slices.
Notes
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If you like these Grilled Nutella Cheesecake Sandwiches, you may also like these recipes:
- Nutella Espresso Hot Fudge Sauce (to dip your sandwich in, of course)
- No Cook Egg Free Nutella Ice Cream
- Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits (in case you have leftover cheesecake filling)
Jen @JuanitasCocina says
I don’t have Nutella.
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
ha ha, what a clever idea and how delicious that looks.
Renee says
You have outdone yourself Carla. This is the best dessert grilled cheese I’ve ever seen. Wow.
[email protected] says
Carla,
Very clever twist on a grilled cheese sandwich.
Nicely done!
And the photos–you’ve made brown food look appetizing, and I commend you.
Wish I could figure out how to do so!
Thanks!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
OMG I love these!! To die for.
Douglas says
I only follow one foodie blog (yours) and confess I only glance. But this one got my attention. As a bachelor I dine out most times, but occasionally roll up my sleeves and cook for a lady I may fancy. This Nutella Cheesecake Sandwich is certainly gonna be a home run. Thanks!
Miriam @ overtimecook says
WHAAAAAT? Why oh why am I on a diet right now?!
[email protected] says
OMG…that looks so good! I will have to try and recreate a non-dairy version, because I have to try that:)
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says
This is SUCH a genius idea
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says
I have yet to have a single grilled cheese thing month. I think this is a great way to start though.
Angie @ Big Bear's Wife says
instead of a grilled cheese for dinner and then this for dessert, can I just have the grilled nutella cheesecake sandwich for dinner!?!? I would be so happy with this haha
Jennie @themessybakerblog says
I’m sure as heck not going to question a month full of cheese. Seriously, this is an ingenious idea, Carla. This sammie looks beyond delicious.
Kelly Senyei | Just a Taste says
Oh my heavens! This looks spectacular and I love the sweet and tangy matchup of flavors!
Nancy @ gottagetbaked says
I love the way your brain works! Holy mother of yum, what I wouldn’t give to be eating this sammich RIGHT.NOW. I can feel my arteries clogging already – not that that’s EVER stopped me from pigging out before ;)
Renee @ Tortillas and Honey says
Wow, this recipe is INSANE– I love it! Can I just have it for dinner? ;-)
Rosie @ Blueberry Kitchen says
Oh wow, a nutella cheesecake sandwich!! This sounds amazing!
Anita at Hungry Couple says
OK, this is just a calorie atrocity on every level and now, thanks to you, I won’t be able to stop thinking about it. My pants will never fit again…
Linda | The Urban Mrs says
LOL – I guess that’s true, creativity was born out of frustration, but this is one smart idea! Love the combo, though I’m not a big fan of cheesecake but I never say no to nutella. Yum!
Heide M. says
Interesting idea of using nutella.
Laura @ Laura's Culinary Adventures says
This is a GREAT idea!