Apple Bacon and Cheddar Grilled Cheese Recipe
A deliciously savory and sweet Apple Bacon and Cheddar Grilled Cheese sandwich featuring crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and thinly sliced Fuji apples, enhanced with a tangy dijon-mayo spread and fresh herbs. Perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Baking and Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
Scale
Spread:
- 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 2 tsp Everything But The Bagel seasoning
- 1 tsp Honey
- 3 leaves Fresh Sage, chopped
- Pinch of Salt
Main Ingredients:
- 6–8 slices Bacon
- 1 Fuji Apple, sliced thinly
- 1/2 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
- 3–4 sprigs Fresh Thyme, leaves picked
- 4 tbsp Salted Butter
- 4 slices Sourdough Bread
Instructions
- Cook Bacon: Preheat oven to 375°F. Place bacon slices on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Once done, increase the oven temperature to 400°F.
- Prepare the Spread: In a small bowl, combine the Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, Everything But The Bagel seasoning, honey, chopped fresh sage, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly until well combined.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread about 1 tablespoon of the prepared dijon mixture onto two slices of sourdough bread. Sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top according to preference. Layer 3 to 4 slices of cooked bacon and 5 to 6 thin apple slices over the cheese. Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves on top, then press the sandwich together.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the sandwiches on an oven-safe skillet or frypan. Spread 1 tablespoon of salted butter on the top surface of each sandwich, and add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan underneath the sandwiches.
- Bake the Sandwiches: Bake the sandwiches in the oven at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, until the cheese is visibly melted and the bread begins to brown.
- Finish on the Stove: Remove the pan from the oven and place it over medium-high heat on the stovetop. Add additional butter if needed and cook each side of the sandwich for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- Use Fuji apples for a perfect balance of sweetness and crisp texture. Other sweet apples like Honeycrisp or Gala can also work well.
- Cooking bacon in the oven ensures even crispiness without splatter.
- Adjust the amount of cheese and bacon to your preference for richness and flavor.
- Use an oven-safe skillet to avoid extra dishes and transfer seamlessly from oven to stovetop.
- For a vegetarian version, omit bacon or substitute with plant-based bacon alternatives.
- Serve immediately for the best melty, crispy experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: Apple Bacon Grilled Cheese, Cheddar Grilled Cheese, Bacon Sandwich, Apple Sandwich, Savory Sweet Sandwich, Comfort Food
