Best 6 Avocado Cheddar Grilled Cheese Recipes

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Craving a delectable sandwich that tantalizes your taste buds with contrasting flavors and textures? Look no further than the Avocado Cheddar Grilled Cheese, a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends creamy avocado, sharp cheddar cheese, and crispy toasted bread. This sandwich is an explosion of flavors and textures, with the richness of the avocado complementing the tanginess of the cheddar and the crunch of the toasted bread. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the delectable details of this sandwich, including variations that introduce unique twists to this classic dish.

In the first recipe, we'll explore the classic Avocado Cheddar Grilled Cheese, a simple yet satisfying combination of ripe avocado, melted cheddar cheese, and toasted bread. The second recipe takes a step further by introducing a flavorful pesto sauce, adding an extra layer of herbaceousness and depth to the sandwich. For those seeking a spicier kick, the third recipe incorporates spicy pepper jack cheese and sliced jalapeños, creating a tantalizing combination of heat and creaminess. And for those with dietary restrictions or preferences, we'll share a vegan variation that replaces cheddar cheese with a plant-based alternative, ensuring everyone can savor this delicious sandwich.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

AVOCADO GRILLED CHEESE



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Guac is the key ingredient in this Avocado Grilled Cheese Recipe from Delish.com

Categories     Food     Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 avocado
Juice of 1 lime
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp. butter
2 slices bread
2 slices pepper jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mash avocado with lime juice and season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat pan to medium heat. Spread butter on the outside of each slice of bread, then spread avocado on the non-buttered side of one slice. Top with cheese and close sandwich.
  • Place sandwich in pan, then cover and cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes . Flip and cook other side until cheese is melty and bread is golden brown, 2 minutes more.
  • Slice in half and serve.

GRILLED CHEESE AND AVOCADO SANDWICH



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Who doesn't love a grilled cheese sandwich? This version kicks it up a notch with avocado, tons of cheese and extra-crispy bread. -Josh Rink, Taste of Home Food Stylist

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
8 slices sourdough bread
1/2 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons finely shredded Manchego or Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
4 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed, sliced
2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced

Steps:

  • Spread 3 tablespoons butter on 1 side of bread slices. Place bread, butter side down, in a large cast-iron skillet or on an electric griddle over medium-low heat until golden brown, 2-3 minutes; remove. In a small bowl, combine cheddar, Monterey Jack and Gruyere. In another bowl, mix together remaining 3 tablespoons butter, mayonnaise, Manchego cheese and onion powder., To assemble sandwiches, top toasted side of 4 bread slices with sliced Brie; add avocado slices. Sprinkle cheddar cheese mixture evenly over avocado slices. Top with remaining bread slices, toasted side facing inward. Spread the butter-mayonnaise mixture on the outsides of each sandwich. Place in same skillet and cook until golden brown and cheese is melted, 5-6 minutes on each side. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 773 calories, Fat 60g fat (28g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 1023mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

CHEDDAR AND APPLE GRILLED CHEESE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 1 sandwich

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 slices thick-cut bacon
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 yellow onion, sliced thin
3 tablespoons salted butter, at room temperature
2 thick slices hearty multi-grain bread
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
3 ounces grated white Cheddar
1/2 Granny Smith apple, sliced
1 tablespoon whole-grain Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • In an 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp, about 5 minutes. Tear in half and set aside.
  • Into the same skillet, add the brown sugar, onions and 1 tablespoon of the butter. Cook, stirring as needed, until the onions are golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • Build the grilled cheese by spreading one piece of bread with the mayonnaise. Sprinkle half of the grated cheese on top, followed by the onions. Place the apple slices and bacon on top of the onions, then add the rest of the cheese. Spread the other slice of bread with the mustard and put it mustard-side down on top of the cheese. Spread the outside of the top bread slice with 1 tablespoon butter.
  • Transfer the sandwich to the skillet over medium-low heat, butter-side down. Spread the top of the sandwich with the remaining tablespoon butter. Toast each side of the sandwich until golden on the outside and the cheese is melted, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Cut in half and serve.

AVOCADO CHEDDAR GRILLED CHEESE



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I hesitate to even post this recipe- it is so simple... but it is so yummy I just can't help myself! I've been eating these almost every day for lunch!

Provided by Megan V

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 7m

Yield 2 sandwiches, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 slices hearty whole wheat bread (I like Arnold's 7 Grain bread)
softened butter
thick slices cheddar cheese
1 avocado, sliced

Steps:

  • Lightly butter one side of each slice of bread.
  • Place 2 slices of buttered bread, butter side down, on a griddle or skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Top with cheddar cheese, sliced avocado, and other slices of buttered bread.
  • Grill for a couple of minutes until cheese has started to melt and bread is grilled to desired amount.
  • Flip sandwiches and grill on other side.

GRILLED CHEDDAR CHEESE SANDWICH



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 slices sourdough bread
2 tablespoons cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup shredded Cheddar

Steps:

  • Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Mix the butter, mayo and smoked paprika in a small bowl until well combined. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Lightly butter one side of each of the bread slices with the mayo mixture. Add the cream cheese to the remaining mayo mixture and mix well to combine. Spread some of the cream cheese mixture on the other side of each of the bread slices.
  • Distribute the Cheddar on the cream cheese-side of 4 of the bread slices. Place the remaining 4 bread slices on top. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook until golden on the bottom, about 3 minutes. Flip the sandwiches and place a heavy-bottomed skillet on top of the sandwiches and cook until golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 4 minutes.

GRILLED CHEDDAR, BACON, AND AVOCADO SANDWICHES



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Make and share this Grilled Cheddar, Bacon, and Avocado Sandwiches recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ashbow

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 32m

Yield 4 sandwiches, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 slices bacon
12 ounces cheddar cheese, sliced
8 slices white bread or 8 slices whole-grain bread, thick-cut
2 medium tomatoes, ripe, cut into 12 thin slices
1 ripe Hass avocado, peeled and pitted, cut into thin slices
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F Cook bacon in the oven on a baking sheet with sides, turning strips over once, 12 minutes, or until crisp. Drain on paper towel.
  • Place half the cheddar cheese on half the bread slices. Neatly arrange tomato slices, bacon strips, and avocado slices on top of cheese, then top with remaining cheese slices and bread.
  • Heat 2 large heavy skillets or a griddle over medium-low heat. Carefully spread both sides of each sandwich with butter. Grill sandwiches, pressing down frequently with the back of a spatula, until bread is crisp and toasted to an even golden color and cheese is melted, about 2 minutes per side. Serve immediately, cutting sandwiches diagonally into halves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 730.5, Fat 54.7, SaturatedFat 28.1, Cholesterol 128.7, Sodium 991.5, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 4.3, Protein 29.1

Tips:

  • Before you start cooking your sandwich, mash your avocado in a bowl with the salt, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper for best results and even distribution of spices.
  • Choose your bread wisely! Sourdough, whole wheat, and white bread all are great options, but with totally different flavors and textures, so consider each one before you build your sandwich based on your tastes.
  • Slice your avocado thinly so the slices are more evenly distributed and lay flat within the sandwich. This will help to ensure each bite has just the right about of avocado.
  • Use shredded cheese for an even, consistent melt over the entire sandwich. You'll appreciate this small effort as you take that first bite of creamy, cheesy, avocadony goodness.
  • Cook your sandwich on medium heat so the cheese has a chance to melt all the way through without burning either the bread or the avocado.

Conclusion:

With just a few simple ingredients, you can make this amazing avocado cheddar grilled cheese sandwich in no time. Enjoy it as a quick and easy lunch or light dinner, or serve it up with a side of soup or salad for a more filling meal. Get creative and experiment with different types of bread, cheese, and toppings to find your own favorite flavor combinations.

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