Elevate your sandwich game with this Grilled Apple Bacon and Cheddar Sandwich with Roasted Red Onion—a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors. This irresistible recipe layers crispy bacon, gooey sharp cheddar cheese, and thinly sliced apple on perfectly toasted sourdough bread, with roasted red onion adding a caramelized depth. The combination of textures and flavors, from the buttery crunch of the bread to the tartness of the apple, creates a gourmet twist on a classic grilled cheese. Ideal for lunch or a casual dinner, this quick and satisfying meal comes together in just 30 minutes. Impress your taste buds with this crowd-pleasing, fall-inspired comfort food! Keywords: grilled cheese, apple bacon cheddar sandwich, roasted red onion, gourmet sandwich recipe, easy lunch idea.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel the red onion and cut it into thin slices.
Toss the onion slices with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread them out on a lined baking sheet.
Roast the onion in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
While the onion is roasting, cook the bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and drain on paper towels.
Wash and core the apple, then slice it into thin rounds or half-moons.
Butter one side of each slice of bread. Lay them butter-side down on your work surface.
On two slices of bread, layer 1 slice of cheddar cheese, roasted red onion, 2 slices of cooked bacon, apple slices, and another slice of cheddar cheese.
Top each sandwich with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out.
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, let them cool for 1-2 minutes, then slice in half and serve immediately.
Calories |
1416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 91.5 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.6 g | 223% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 222 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 2996 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.0 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.7 g | ||
| Protein | 52.9 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 892 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 692 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.