Best 3 Apple And Bacon Grilled Cheese Recipes

Craving a sandwich that combines sweet and savory flavors? Look no further than the apple and bacon grilled cheese! This delectable sandwich features gooey melted cheese sandwiched between buttered slices of bread, crispy bacon, and sweet apple slices. Whether you're a fan of sharp cheddar, creamy brie, or tangy goat cheese, there's a cheese out there that will perfectly complement the flavors of the apple and bacon. Ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing? Let's dive into the best recipes for apple and bacon grilled cheese sandwiches.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED APPLE, CREAM CHEESE, AND BACON SANDWICHES

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Adapted from the RSVP Junior League Cookbook, Portland, ME. Submitted by Jean Swan. This recipe makes enough for 2 sandwiches. I think this would be great on whole wheat, pumpernickel or rye bread.

Provided by Oolala

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 11m

Yield 2 sandwiches, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 ounces cream cheese
1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/4 cup apple, tart, finely chopped
2 slices bacon, cooked, crumbled
4 slices bread, your favorite
butter, melted

Steps:

Mash cream cheese; add mayonnaise; beat until fluffy. Stir in apples and bacon.
Spread between the bread slices.
Brush both sides of sandwiches generously with melted butter.
Grill in pan until golden brown.

OPEN-FACED GRILLED CHEESE WITH APPLE AND BACON

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This variation on a classic is topped with apple and bacon slices for the ultimate sweet and savory combination.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

Bacon slices
4 thick slices whole-wheat sandwich bread
8 ounces sliced cheddar cheese
1 large red apple

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place 4 slices bacon on a rimmed baking sheet (lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup); bake until crisp, 6 to 8 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels; tear each slice into quarters.
Place 4 thick slices whole-wheat sandwich bread on clean baking sheet. Top with sliced cheddar cheese, red apple, quartered, cored, and sliced crosswise, and bacon. Bake until cheese has melted, 10 to 12 minutes.

APPLE AND BACON GRILLED CHEESE

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This unlikely combination is delicious with fresh fall apples. This recipe requires high quality ingredients. I recommend a Vermont aged Cheddar cheese and Honeycrisp apples. Your favorite apple would work too!

Provided by Lauren

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Borden Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

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

Steps:

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 Facts : Calories 279.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Cholesterol 29.4 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 443.6 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

Tips:

Use a variety of apples. Different apples have different flavors and textures, so using a mix will give your grilled cheese a more complex flavor. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn.
Cook the bacon until it's crispy. Crispy bacon will add a nice crunch to your grilled cheese. If you don't like crispy bacon, you can cook it until it's just slightly chewy.
Use a good quality cheese. The cheese is the star of the show in a grilled cheese sandwich, so it's important to use a cheese that you love. Some good options include cheddar, mozzarella, and Gruyère.
Don't overcrowd the pan. If you overcrowd the pan, the grilled cheese sandwiches will not cook evenly. Cook them in batches if necessary.
Serve immediately. Grilled cheese sandwiches are best served immediately after they are cooked. The bread will be crispy and the cheese will be gooey and melted.

Conclusion:

The apple and bacon grilled cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a sandwich that is both sweet and savory. So next time you're looking for a new grilled cheese recipe, give this one a try.