Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort snack with Cheese and Bacon Baked Toasties. These delightful treats feature crispy bacon and gooey melted cheese sandwiched between perfectly toasted bread, making them a favorite for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering, enjoying a family movie night, or simply satisfying a late-night craving, this easy recipe delivers bold flavors with every bite. Customizable to suit your taste, these toasties can be enjoyed as a quick meal or a crowd-pleasing appetizer that kids and adults alike will love.
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).
- Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crumbled bacon, shredded cheese, and seasonings until mixed.
- On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, place half of 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 cheese is bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before cutting into halves or quarters and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toastie (85g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg