How to Make Apple and Bacon Grilled Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nothing beats the comfort and satisfaction of a gooey, crispy grilled cheese sandwich. And when you add some savory bacon and sweet, tangy apples to the mix, you're in for a real treat. The combination of flavors and textures in this Apple and Bacon Grilled Cheese recipe is simply irresistible, making it a perfect choice for a quick and hearty lunch or dinner.

The key to a great grilled cheese sandwich is using the right type of bread. For this recipe, a sturdy, slightly thick-sliced ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 slices cracked wheat bread
  • 2 thin slices aged Cheddar cheese
  • 2 slices Honeycrisp apple, or more to taste
  • 2 cooked bacon strips

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 1
  • Yield: 1 sandwich

  • Preheat a sandwich/panini press according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Set one slice of bread on a work surface. Top bread with 1 slice cheese, apple slices, bacon slices, and remaining 1 slice cheese. Place remaining bread slice on top.
  • Cook sandwich in the preheated panini press until bread is lightly toasted and cheese begins to melt, about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    280 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 29mg
    • Sodium: 444mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 228mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 192mg