Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Cheese and Bacon Baked Toasties. These crispy, gooey delights combine perfectly cooked bacon and melted cheese nestled between two slices of golden-brown bread. Whether you’re craving a quick snack or an appetizer for your next gathering, this recipe delivers mouthwatering flavors that will have everyone coming back for more. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, you can whip up these savory treats in no time. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven with your favorite dipping sauces or alongside a light salad for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
- 8 strips of cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crumbled bacon, shredded cheese, and seasonings until well mixed.
- On the baking sheet, place half the bread slices butter-side down. Top with the bacon-cheese mixture and cover with remaining slices butter-side up.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toastie (130g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 40mg