Pickle Cheddar Cheese Buns (Print View)

Crunchy cheddar cheese buns meet tangy pickles in a savory low-carb snack or lunch option.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese Buns

01 - 8 slices sharp cheddar cheese, approximately 1/4 inch thick and 3 to 4 inches wide
02 - Nonstick cooking spray or parchment paper

→ Pickle Layer

03 - 12 to 14 long dill sandwich pickle slices, drained and patted dry

→ Sandwich Fillings (optional)

04 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
05 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
06 - 2 slices fresh tomato
07 - 4 slices deli turkey or ham

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray.
02 - Arrange 4 slices of cheddar cheese on the prepared sheet, spacing each slice well apart. Layer pickle slices evenly on top of each slice, overlapping to cover most of the cheese surface.
03 - Place one slice of cheddar cheese atop the pickles on each cheese base, gently pressing to encase the pickles.
04 - Bake for 7 to 8 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbling at the edges, and turning golden brown.
05 - Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes until the cheese buns have set and are manageable to handle.
06 - If desired, spread mayonnaise and Dijon mustard on the inside surfaces of each cheese bun. Add tomato slices and deli meat according to preference.
07 - Carefully sandwich fillings between two cheese-pickle buns, pressing lightly to secure.
08 - Serve immediately while warm and crisp for optimal texture.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It's gluten-free, low-carb, and genuinely satisfying without the bread guilt.
  • The cheese gets crispy at the edges while staying melty inside, creating a texture you can't replicate any other way.
  • Tangy pickles cut through rich cheddar in a way that feels both unexpected and perfectly balanced.
02 -
  • Wet pickles will ruin the crispiness; drying them with paper towels is not optional, it's essential.
  • Don't skip the 5-minute cooling period—biting into a bun that's too hot will burn your mouth and the cheese will be too soft to hold together.
03 -
  • Use a kitchen scale to keep cheese slices consistent; it sounds fussy, but uniform thickness means even melting and golden browning.
  • Watch the oven during the last two minutes instead of just setting a timer, because every oven runs hot or cool, and burnt cheese edges are sad cheese edges.
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