Triple Cheese Bacon Ranch Melt Recipe
The Triple Cheese Bacon Ranch Melt is a decadent grilled sandwich combining sharp cheddar, creamy Monterey Jack, and melty provolone cheeses with smoky crispy bacon, tangy ranch dressing, and optional spicy and sweet additions. Grilled in a skillet on buttery brioche or Texas toast, this sandwich offers a perfect balance of gooey cheese, savory bacon, and crispy golden bread for a satisfying comfort food experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 8 slices thick brioche or Texas toast
Cheese
- 6 oz sharp cheddar, sliced
- 4 oz Monterey Jack, sliced
- 4 oz provolone (or Velveeta for extra creaminess)
Meat
- 8 strips cooked bacon
Condiments & Extras
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- 4 tablespoons softened butter (for spreading on bread)
- Jalapeño slices, to taste (optional)
- Caramelized onions, to taste (optional)
- Fresh tomato slices, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Cook the bacon strips until crispy and drain them on paper towels to remove excess grease for the best texture.
- Butter the Bread: Lay out the bread slices on a clean surface and spread softened butter evenly on one side of each slice to ensure a golden and flavorful crust.
- Layer the Cheese: On the unbuttered side of four bread slices, place the sliced sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, and provolone cheeses evenly to build the cheesy base of your sandwich.
- Add Bacon and Ranch: Place two strips of crispy bacon on each sandwich and drizzle about one tablespoon of ranch dressing over the bacon to add tang and moisture.
- Add Optional Toppings: If desired, layer jalapeño slices, caramelized onions, or fresh tomato slices on top to customize your sandwich with heat, sweetness, or freshness.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Top each prepared sandwich with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out to prepare for grilling.
- Cook the Sandwiches: Heat a skillet over medium-low heat, then place the sandwiches in the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and the cheeses are melted, pressing gently with a spatula to ensure even browning and melting.
- Serve: Slice the sandwiches diagonally and serve immediately while the cheese is warm and gooey to enjoy maximum flavor and texture.
Notes
- Using thick, sturdy bread like brioche or Texas toast helps hold all fillings without getting soggy.
- Adjust cooking heat to medium-low to allow cheese to melt thoroughly without burning the bread.
- Customize your sandwich with jalapeños for heat, caramelized onions for sweetness, or fresh tomato slices for brightness.
- Velveeta can be used in place of provolone for an even creamier melt.
- Pressing the sandwich lightly with a spatula while cooking helps achieve an even golden crust and better cheese melt.
- Cook bacon ahead of time to save prep time and ensure perfect crispiness.
Keywords: grilled cheese, bacon sandwich, ranch dressing, triple cheese melt, comfort food, skillet sandwich
