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Ultimate Onion Grilled Cheese 

Ultimate Onion Grilled Cheese 

This indulgent grilled cheese layers rich American cheese, deeply caramelized onions, and a swipe of AE Dairy Toasted Onion Sour Cream Dip for a sandwich that’s melty, savory, and packed with bold onion flavor. The dip adds a creamy tang that balances the sweetness of the onions, turning a classic comfort food into something seriously crave‑worthy.
Recipe courtesy of Grant Gillon
10 minutes prep time
Prep Time

10 minutes

serves 1
Serves

1

20 minutes cook time
Cook Time

20 minutes

easy difficulty
Difficulty

easy

Directions

  • 1

    Caramelize the onions: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add sliced onion, salt, and sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and deeply golden, about 12–15 minutes. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and cook 1–2 minutes more. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon AE Dairy Toasted Onion Sour Cream Dip. Set aside. 

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  • 2

    Build the sandwich: Spread a thin layer of AE Toasted Onion Sour Cream Dip on one side of each slice of sourdough. Layer American cheese, caramelized onions, and chopped chives between the slices (dip-side out). 

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  • 3

    Grill: Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook sandwich until bread is golden brown and crisp and cheese is fully melted, about 3–4 minutes per side. 

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  • 4

    Serve: Slice and serve immediately.

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