48 Cheese Recipes Worth Melting For

Toasties, lasagne, quesadillas, arancini, cheesecake, chicken Parm… these dishes would be nothing without cheese. We show our appreciation to this iconic ingredient with our best cheese recipes. From gouda-sprinkled casseroles to Mozzarella-loaded pizzas and more, you’ll love them all!

Cheesy Sandwiches

When you think of the best cheese recipes, nothing’s more iconic than the toasted cheese sandwich.

Mozzarella & Chakalaka Braaibroodjie

You haven’t lived until you’ve tried this Mozzarella & Chakalaka Braaibroodjie.

Recipe for Mozzarella & Chakalaka Braaibroodjie

Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Bacon & Kimchi

Everything you love about a classic grilled cheese, but with a delicious, umami surprise.

Recipe for Pan-fried Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Bacon & Kimchi

Triple Decker Croque Monsieur with Fries

Stacked to the heavens and absolutely divine, this is the Eiffel Tower of Croque Monsieurs!

Recipe for Oven Baked Triple Decker Croque Monsieur with French Fries

Cheesy Hashbrown Waffles

These potato waffles are made even more delectable with the addition of grilled cheese. Yum!

Recipe for Cheesy Hashbrown Waffles

Caprese-style Roosterkoek Sandwich

Nothing beats fresh-off-the-coals roosterkoek. We’ve elevated this braai classic with Mediterranean flavours for the ultimate feast.

Recipe for Caprese-style Roosterkoek Sandwich

Cheesy Bobotie Jaffles

Jaffles are one of our all-time favourite bazaar foods. You’ll love this bobotie version.

Recipe for Cheesy Bobotie Jaffles

Best Cheese Recipe The Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Best Cheese Recipes Deep Fried Mozzarella Sandwiches

The Ultimate Grilled Cheese

Take your grilled cheese game to the next level with this recipe. It uses 4 different kinds of cheese, each with its own unique flavour, giving you an out of this world multi-dimensional toastie.

Recipe for The Ultimate Grilled Cheese

Fried Mozzarella Sandwiches

When it comes to toasties, go big or go home. This recipe coats the bread in crumbs, and is then fried to crispy, melty perfection.

Recipe for Fried Mozzarella Sandwiches

Best Cheese Recipes The Ultimate Braai Broodjie
Best Cheese Recipes Aubergine Braaibroodjies

The Ultimate Braai Broodjies

Braai broodjies, South Africa’s smoky take on the toasted cheese!

Recipe for The Ultimate Braai Broodjies

Aubergine Braai Broodjies

Just because you can’t eat bread doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy toasties. This recipe is a great alternative for Banters.

Recipe for Aubergine Braai Broodjies

Boerewors, Chutney & Cheese Braaibroodjies

These banging toasted sarmies come complete with gooey cheese, boerewors and chutney for a little sweet zing. They are so good, they’ll make you weep!

Recipe for Boerewors, Chutney & Cheese Braaibroodjies

Cheesy Quesadillas with Roasted Tomato Salsa

Not quite a toasted sarmie, but as close as you’ll get to a Mexican version. Melty cheese, roasty tomato salsa and charred corn, all tucked between two crispy tortillas. Yum!

Recipe for Cheesy Quesadillas with Roasted Tomato Salsa


Cheesy Casserole & Pasta Dishes

What is pasta or potato bake without cheese? These recipes bring carbs and cheese together as one.

3-Cheese Pap Tart

A trifecta of mozzarella, cheddar and Parmesan, this cheesy tart was made for braai occasions.

Recipe for 3-Cheese Pap Tart

Chakalaka Mozzarella Skillet Melt

Give the regular beans and toast an upgrade with this Chakalaka Mozzarella Skillet Melt.

Recipe for Chakalaka Mozzarella Skillet Melt

Cacio e Pepe

Simplistic, but a Roman favourite for a reason. Pecorino cheese and pepper come together to make a tasty, creamy and simple sauce. The ultimate midweek indulgence.

Recipe for Cacio e Pepe

Ricotta Gnudi in a Garlic and Herb Sauce

These tasty gnocchi-like dumplings combine the best of ricotta and aromatic herbs.

Recipe for Ricotta Gnudi in a Garlic and Herb Sauce

Cheesy Chicken Schnitzel Bake

This Cheesy Chicken Schnitzel Bake is a winner when it comes to easy family dinners.

Recipe for Cheesy Chicken Schnitzel Bake

Cheesy Hashbrown Bake

Elevate mains with this comforting Cheesy Hashbrown Bake – it’s downright delicious!

Recipe for Cheesy Hashbrown Bake

Best Cheese Recipes Luxurious Chicken Lasagne in a flash
Best Cheese Recipes Macaroni & Cheese With Caramelised Leeks

Chicken Lasagne

Sheets of pasta layered with chicken and cheesy and tomatoey goodness – that’ll do it!

Recipe for Chicken Lasagne 

Macaroni & Cheese with Caramelised Leeks

This cheesy childhood classic gets an adult make-over with leeks, giving it extra richness for the ultimate comfort meal.

Recipe for Macaroni & Cheese with Caramelised Leeks

Best Cheese Recipes Cauliflower Mac & Cheese
Best Cheese Recipes Pea Pancetta Mascarpone Risotto

Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

Fear not Banters, you can still have your Mac & Cheese and eat it too.

Recipe for Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

Pea & Pancetta Risotto

A creamy dish full of the sweetness of peas and with a bite of crisp, salty pancetta.

Recipe for Pea & Pancetta Risotto


Cheese Pizza & Tarts

Another Italian classic made great by cheese. Try these cheesy pizza and tart recipes.

Braaied Veggie Pizza

This white pizza is the ultimate shareable meal. Aubergine and courgette slices are braaied and added to a crusty homemade pizza base, along with creamy burrata.

Recipe for Braaied Veggie Pizza

Flatbread with JOYA Apples, Goat’s Cheese & Parma Ham

A gorgeous flatbread, ideal for lazy lunches. Top with peppery rocket for freshness.

Recipe for Flatbread with JOYA Apples, Goat’s Cheese & Parma Ham

Flatbread with Brie Cheese, Prosciutto, Rocket & Cherries

Topped with prosciutto, brie and peppery rocket, this flatbread is the ultimate crowdpleaser.

Recipe for Flatbread with Brie Cheese, Prosciutto, Rocket & Cherries

Onion, Olive & Goat’s Cheese Tart

A deliciously cheesy and savoury tart that is easy to make and even easier to eat.

Recipe for Onion, Olive & Goat’s Cheese Tart

Biltong, Caramelised Onion & Blue Cheese Tartlets

Inspired by the quintessential snack, biltong, these tartlets feature all your cheeseboard faves.

Recipe for Biltong, Caramelised Onion & Blue Cheese Tartlets

Savoury Blue Cheese Cheesecake

It might seem like an overkill, but this is one of the best ways to entertain friends. The onion marmalade, preserved figs, beetroot and walnut topping balances the earthy, salty blue cheese.

Recipe for Savoury Blue Cheese Cheesecake


Cheese Snacks

Hosting gameday or a social gathering? Make these winning snacks.

Pork Meatballs with Bocconcini & Spicy Arrabbiata Sauce

A meaty delight that will make your taste buds swoon.

Recipe for Pork Meatballs with Bocconcini & Spicy Arrabbiata Sauce

Crunchy Mozzarella & Ham Pap Bombs with Perinaise

Arancini, but make it South African. We don’t know what we’d do without pap and perinaise!

Recipe for Crunchy Mozzarella & Ham Pap Bombs with Perinaise

Kataifi-wrapped Halloumi

Halloumi is already tasty. Wrap it in fine, crispy pastry, deep fry it, and you’ve got the ultimate snack.

Recipe for Kataifi-wrapped Halloumi

Chevin & Cream Cheese Truffles

These bite-sized balls are the perfect accompaniment to a great glass of wine.

Recipe for Chevin & Cream Cheese Truffles

Best Cheese Recipes Arancini
Best Cheese Recipes - Spanish Croquetas

Arancini

These are a great way of using up leftover risotto, assuming, of course, it wasn’t all eaten.

Recipe for Arancini

Spanish Croquettes

Tuck into these deep-fried bundles of joy.

Recipe for Spanish Croquettes


Cheesy Starters

These cheesy starters are ideal for entertaining dinner party guests.

Tartiflette Savoyarde

This dish hails from the Savoie region of France. Caramelised onions, pork rashers, Camembert and potatoes are baked in the oven to create a bubbling hot, cheesy situation.

Recipe for Tartiflette Savoyarde

Cherry Chutney with Oven-roasted Camembert

The ultimate dish for entertaining. The Camembert and fruity chutney combo is divine!

Recipe for Cherry Chutney with Oven-roasted Camembert

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Zaalouk with Fried Halloumi and Toasted Pita

This delicious Moroccan eggplant and tomato salad is ideal served as a dip or tapas at gatherings.

Recipe for Zaalouk with Fried Halloumi and Toasted Pita Bread

Olive Oil & Herb Crusted Loaf with Chunky Olive & Feta Dip

Nothing beats freshly baked bread, except for pairing it with this chunky olive and feta dip.

Recipe for Olive Oil & Herb Crusted Loaf with Chunky Olive & Feta Dip

Baked Camembert with Roasted Figs & Hot Honey

This Camembert dish is the perfect dinner party starter; bake it to gooey perfection, top with roasted figs, crunchy nuts and hot honey drizzle, and enjoy!

Recipe for Baked Camembert with Roasted Figs & Hot Honey

Whipped Feta Dip with Green Olive Salsa Verde

Say ‘hello’ to your new fave party dish. This creamy combo of feta whipped with cream cheese is delish on toasted baguette and topped with a zesty green olive salsa.

Recipe for Whipped Feta Dip with Green Olive Salsa Verde


Cheese Desserts

Don’t have a major sweet tooth? Try these cheese-based desserts for a tasty end to your meal.

Vin de Constance Poached Pears with Butterscotch Sauce

Plated on a luscious bed of mascarpone and drizzled with butterscotch sauce, you’ll savour each spoonful of this classic dessert.

Recipe for Vin de Constance Poached Pear with Butterscotch Sauce

Brioche Tartines with Whipped Cheese & Plum Jam

Everything you love about a cheese board on brioche toast. Exceptional!

Recipe for Brioche Tartines with Whipped Cheese & Plum Jam

Berry Cheesecake Bars

As pretty as a picture and even better to eat! We love these cheesecake bars to bits.

Recipe for Berry Cheesecake Bars

LemonGold Cheesecake Mousse Cups with Biscoff

This dessert is seriously easy to prepare, making it the ideal for entertaining. Prepare ahead and serve with no fuss. Oh and did we mention, it’s crazy delicious too?

Recipe for LemonGold Cheesecake Mousse Cups with Biscoff Biscuit Base

Best Cheese Recipes New York Style Cheesecake
Best Cheese Recipes Cheesecake Brownies

New York-style Cheesecake

Cheesecake is a classic NY dessert. This is one of our go-to favourites for any occasion. It’s really easy to make and comes out perfectly every time.

Recipe for New York-style Cheesecake

Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies

Not only do these look amazing, they are incredibly addictive.

Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies

Butterscotch Cheesecake with White Choc & Macadamia Nut Brittle

Butterscotch elevates this tasty cheesecake to a mouthwatering masterpiece.

Recipe for Butterscotch Cheesecake with White Choc & Macadamia Nut Brittle

Choc-Hazelnut Cheesecake Squares

A chocolate lover’s dream dessert – creamy chocolate cheesecake on a chocolaty biscuit base, drizzled with melted Beyers Nutty Crunch Chocolate.

Recipe for Chocolate Cheesecake Squares

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