Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavor of Cheese and Bacon Baked Toasties, a delightful comfort snack that’s perfect for any occasion. These crispy, gooey delights combine the savory richness of melted cheese with the smoky crunch of bacon, making them an ideal choice for gatherings, cozy nights in, or a quick and satisfying bite anytime. With just a few simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can create a dish that will impress friends and family alike. Whether served as an appetizer or paired with your favorite sides, these toasties are sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
- 8 strips 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 bowl, mix crumbled bacon, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika until well combined.
- Place half of the bread slices butter-side down on the baking sheet and top each slice generously with the filling.
- Cover with remaining bread slices butter-side up.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before slicing into halves or quarters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toastie (approx. 90g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg