Sheet Pan Baked Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Crescent Dough
Transform classic grilled cheese into a crowd-pleasing sheet pan creation using flaky crescent dough as the base. Layers of melted American and Cheddar cheese are sandwiched between golden pastry, then topped with Parmesan and fresh cherry tomatoes. Perfect for feeding a group or busy weeknight dinners, this innovative approach delivers all the comfort of traditional grilled cheese with minimal hands-on time. The result is 16 portable squares that combine the best of pizza and grilled cheese in one satisfying bite.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cans Pillsbury Original Crescent Dough Sheet, 8 oz refrigeratedpuff pastry1:1vegetarian
works well but different texture
- 6 oz American cheese, deli sliced
- 6 oz Cheddar cheese, deli sliced
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 8 cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced in half
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven and mix melted butter with garlic powder in small bowl
- 2
Brush rectangular area of pan with half the butter mixture
- 3
Unroll and press first can of dough over buttered area, sealing seams if using rolls
- 4
Layer American and Cheddar cheeses over dough, leaving border around edges
- 5
Place second dough sheet over filling, stretching to cover and sealing seams
- 6
Press edges to seal and brush top with remaining butter mixture
- 7
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese
- 8
Bake until deep golden brown
- 9
Cut into grid pattern and top with halved tomatoes
Tips
Press crescent roll seams firmly to prevent cheese from leaking during baking.
Let cool for 5 minutes before cutting to allow cheese to set slightly for cleaner slices.
Good to Know
Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days, reheat in oven at 350F
Can assemble up to 4 hours ahead, cover and refrigerate before baking
Serve warm, cut into squares for easy handling
Common Mistakes
Seal dough seams well to prevent cheese leakage
Don't skip the border when adding cheese to prevent overflow
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I use regular crescent rolls instead of dough sheets?
Yes, just press the seams together firmly before and after adding filling to create a solid base.
How long will leftovers keep?
Store covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in 350F oven for best texture.
Can I freeze these sandwiches?
Yes, wrap individual squares and freeze up to 1 month. Thaw overnight and reheat in oven.