Best 8 Crunchy Cheese Toast Recipes

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Crunchy cheese toast is a delightful snack or light meal that combines the flavors of melted cheese, crispy bread and tangy toppings. Whether you prefer a simple combination of butter, cheese and herbs or a more elaborate creation with multiple cheeses, vegetables and meats, there is a crunchy cheese toast recipe out there to suit your taste. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a crunchy cheese toast that is both delicious and visually appealing.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ULTIMATE CHEESE TOAST



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Here's the very best cheese toast: you won't believe the flavor! This easy recipe is a great fast meal or snack: it takes only 5 minutes to make.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Snack

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large slice bread (artisan, no knead, whole wheat, etc)
1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 pinch kosher salt
1/3 cup shredded cheese (we used a mix of mozzarella, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan)
1 pinch dried oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat a broiler. Place the bread on a baking sheet and broil it 1 to 2 minutes per side, until lightly toasted.
  • Spread the bread with a thin coating of mayonnaise, then Dijon mustard. Top with 1 pinch salt. Add the shredded cheese and sprinkle with oregano.
  • Place the toast bake on the baking sheet. Broil again for about 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese is melted. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Sugar 1.3 g, Sodium 676.6 mg, Fat 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 18.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 13.3 g, Cholesterol 20.9 mg

FRESH TOMATO SOUP WITH CRISPY CHEESE TOAST



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We're doing a very fresh twist on the classic cream of tomato soup with a grilled cheese sandwich. Since we're using fresh tomatoes at their peak of vine-ripened goodness, this simple soup is going to be not quite, but almost, 100% tomato.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Tomato Soup Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ½ pounds vine-ripened tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 anchovy fillet
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 pinch red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 slices Italian bread
¼ cup thinly sliced basil leaves
6 ounces shredded sharp white Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Remove cores from tomatoes and cut in half crosswise. Reserve until needed.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and anchovy and cook until garlic is sizzling in the hot fat, 45 seconds to 1 minute. Carefully add the tomatoes with their juices, salt, and red pepper flakes. Toss with a spoon every few minutes until the tomatoes release their liquid and start to break down.
  • Once the tomatoes have softened and start to collapse, reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have fallen apart and the soup resembles a coarse tomato sauce, about 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil or a silicone liner. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  • Place the bread slices on the prepared baking sheet. Top each slice with sliced basil, and then Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is well browned and crispy around the edges, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool to room temperature.
  • Remove soup from heat and pass through a mesh strainer into a bowl. Use the back of a ladle to push all the tomato mixture through. Discard the skins and seeds, which should be the only things left in the strainer.
  • Transfer the strained tomato soup back into the saucepan and place back over medium-low heat. Continue cooking to thicken slightly, if desired, or simply bring back to a simmer and serve immediately with the cheese toasts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 76 mg, Fat 41.5 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 18.6 g, Sodium 1137.9 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

CHEESE TOAST



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Better yet, you'll need just need four ingredients for crisp Cheese Toast. "My mom came up with this recipe when I was growing up," Eve shares. "The tangy triangles broil to a pretty golden color in just minutes. Or you can pop them in the toaster oven."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
6 to 8 slices bread, crusts removed
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Combine mayonnaise and mustard; spread on one side of each slice of bread. Cut each slice into four triangles; place with plain side down on a lightly greased baking sheet. Sprinkle with cheese. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts :

CRUNCHY BAKED FRENCH TOAST



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This is a great alternative to regular French toast. My husband and kids love it!

Provided by Dana R

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 eggs
¼ cup milk
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups corn flakes cereal, crushed
4 slices bread, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Beat eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon in a bowl; dip toast into egg mixture and press into crushed corn flakes until coated. Arrange coated toast in a single layer in a baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned and crispy, 6 to 8 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.2 calories, Carbohydrate 59.1 g, Cholesterol 188.4 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 625.9 mg, Sugar 13.6 g

CHEESE TOAST



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This is an excellent way to use up bread that's no longer fresh-using day-old bread actually enhances the flavor, making the toasts all the crunchier.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes about 12 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 loaf olive bread, (approximately 5 by 11 inches), cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
4 ounces Parmesan or Gruyere cheese, grated (about 1 cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Line two baking sheets with Silpats (French nonstick baking mats) and cooling racks.
  • In a small bowl, stir thyme and cayenne pepper into oil. Place bread on racks in one layer. Brush with oil. Sprinkle cheese evenly over bread.
  • Bake until golden and crunchy, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool on racks. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

CRUNCHY CHEESE TOASTS



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This is an easy Taste of Home recipe that my family really likes. I love the zing from the cayenne and will sometimes use pepper jack cheese if I want a little more heat. I like to serve this with a bowl of soup.

Provided by Dreamgoddess

Categories     Breads

Time 20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 loaf French bread
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste
2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese

Steps:

  • Slice the bread about 1/2" thick and place on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Combine the oil, thyme and cayenne in a bowl; whisk to blend and brush on the bread slices.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and bake at 300 degrees until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve immediately.

CHEESE TOAST



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups grated Cheddar
2 cups grated Monterey Jack
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) butter, softened
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 crusty French loaf

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the Cheddar, Monterey Jack, mayonnaise, Parmesan, butter, salt, pepper and seasoned salt.
  • Cut the loaf in half lengthwise, then into thirds or fourths. Evenly spread the cheese mixture onto the bread pieces. Wrap each piece in a foil "purse," leaving a little room at the top between the cheese and the foil.
  • The bread can either be frozen for later, or baked right away. If baking right away, place on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes. If cooking from frozen, bake on a baking sheet at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes.

FRENCH TOAST



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Crackling around the edges and crisp on the outsides with pudding-soft centers, these thin slices of French toast taste like bread pudding, and feel especially like dessert if you smother them with maple syrup, jam or other sweet toppings. The key is to fully soak the bread, then cook the slices gently, so the insides cook through without the outsides burning. If the bread starts to brown too quickly, turn down the heat. You can double, triple or quadruple the amounts below to make enough for friends. Serve them in batches straight from the pan, or keep warm in a 200-degree oven on a plate or baking sheet.

Provided by Genevieve Ko

Categories     breakfast

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large egg
1/4 cup milk
Salt
2 slices sandwich bread
1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus more for serving
Maple syrup, jam or other toppings, for serving

Steps:

  • In a bowl or shallow dish that will fit the bread, beat the egg, milk and a pinch of salt with a fork until very smooth and bubbly on top.
  • Add both bread slices (it's OK to stack them if they don't quite fit) and soak them, turning a few times, until the mixture is fully absorbed.
  • Set a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and swirl it around the pan until it melts. The soaked bread will be really soft, so carefully pick up each slice by sliding your whole hand under it, then setting it in the pan. Cook until the bottoms are golden brown, about 3 minutes. Flip the slices, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until the other sides are brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Enjoy hot, with more butter spread over the slices and with your favorite toppings.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality bread. A sturdy bread, like sourdough or French bread, will hold up better to the toppings and cheese.
  • Butter the bread liberally. This will help the bread to toast evenly and prevent it from becoming dry.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. A combination of cheeses will create a more complex and flavorful dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings. Some popular options include bacon, ham, tomatoes, and onions.
  • Toast the bread until it is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve immediately. Crunchy cheese toast is best enjoyed hot and fresh out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Crunchy cheese toast is a quick and easy snack or meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to suit your own personal preferences. With a few simple ingredients and a little creativity, you can create a delicious and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone.

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