Apple Bacon Cheddar Grilled Cheese
A delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese, combining savory bacon and cheddar cheese with sweet, crisp apple slices for a warm and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 slices slices of bread Use whole grain or sourdough for extra flavor.
- 2 slices slices of cheddar cheese Feel free to substitute with gouda or pepper jack.
- 2 slices slices of cooked bacon Turkey bacon can be used as a lighter alternative.
- 1/2 apple apple, thinly sliced Granny Smith or Honeycrisp are great options.
- Butter, for spreading Generously butter the outside of the bread.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Place one slice of bread in the skillet, buttered side down. On the unbuttered side, layer the cheddar cheese, apple slices, and bacon.
- Top with the second slice of bread, buttered side up.
Cooking
- Cook the sandwich in the skillet until golden brown on the first side, about 3-4 minutes. Press down slightly.
- Carefully flip the sandwich and cook the other side until golden and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the skillet, slice in half, and serve warm.
Notes
This grilled cheese can be served with a warm bowl of tomato soup, a fresh salad, or sweet potato fries. Allow leftovers to cool, wrap, and refrigerate for up to 2 days.