Rebel Float Pumpkin Spice Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Savory pumpkin spice grilled cheese meets creamy soda float for an autumn-inspired comfort meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pumpkin Spice Grilled Cheese

01 - 4 slices thick-cut brioche or sourdough bread
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1/4 cup canned pumpkin puree
04 - 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
05 - 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup
06 - Pinch of salt
07 - 4 slices sharp white cheddar cheese
08 - 2 slices creamy Havarti or mozzarella cheese

→ Cream Soda Float

09 - 2 cups cream soda, chilled
10 - 2 scoops vanilla ice cream
11 - Ground cinnamon or nutmeg, for garnish (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a small mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and well blended.
02 - Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly onto two slices of bread. Layer each with 2 slices of sharp white cheddar and 1 slice of Havarti or mozzarella. Top with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
03 - Spread the softened butter onto the outside surfaces of each sandwich. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
04 - Pour 1 cup of chilled cream soda into each tall glass. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to each glass. Garnish with a pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg, if desired.
05 - Serve the hot grilled cheese sandwiches alongside the cream soda floats immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses classic fridge and pantry ingredients
  • Quick and easy to make even on a busy weeknight
  • Seasonal but unexpected flavor combo
  • Vegetarian friendly and highly customizable
  • Pumpkin and maple make this way more than your usual grilled cheese
02 -
  • High in comforting autumn flavors with a kid friendly twist
  • Ready in under thirty minutes including the float
  • Freezes best before grilling if prepping ahead
  • My top pick is always the white cheddar which gets irresistibly gooey and sharp The first bite is pure golden crunch followed by melty cheese and maple pumpkin I remember the time I made this for a fall birthday and the float made everyone laugh — we felt like kids with grown up taste
03 -
  • Get your skillet fully preheated to avoid sogginess
  • Use medium not high heat for even browning
  • Never rush spreading that butter edge to edge for a crisp crust

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