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Creamy Avocado Grilled Cheese Recipe

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4.5 from 86 reviews
  • Author: Lila
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and creamy twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich featuring smooth mashed avocado mixed with lemon juice and spices, grilled to golden perfection with melted cheddar cheese inside buttery toasted bread.

Ingredients

Scale

Bread and Cheese

  • 2 slices bread
  • 2 slices cheddar cheese

      • Avocado Mixture

      • 1 ripe avocado
      • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
      • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
      • 1/4 teaspoon salt
      • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

      Butter

      • 2 tablespoons butter (for spreading on bread)

Instructions

  1. Gather Ingredients: Collect all the necessary ingredients including bread, ripe avocado, cheddar cheese, butter, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to ensure everything is ready for preparation.
  2. Prepare Avocado: Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl for mashing.
  3. Mash Avocado: Use a fork to mash the avocado until it reaches a smooth and creamy texture, perfect for spreading.
  4. Add Lemon Juice: Stir in the lemon juice to the mashed avocado to add a tangy flavor and prevent browning.
  5. Season Avocado: Mix in garlic powder, salt, and black pepper evenly to infuse the creamy avocado with balanced seasoning.
  6. Prepare Pan: Heat a frying pan or griddle on the stove over medium heat to get ready for toasting the sandwich.
  7. Butter Bread: Spread 1 tablespoon of butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread, which will create a crispy golden crust when grilled.
  8. Assemble Sandwich: Place one slice of bread buttered side down in the heated pan, add a slice of cheddar cheese on top.
  9. Add Top Slice: Butter one side of the second slice of bread and place it buttered side up on top of the cheese, creating a sandwich with buttered sides facing out.
  10. Cook First Side: Grill the sandwich for 3 to 4 minutes until the bottom slice is golden brown and crispy.
  11. Flip Sandwich: Carefully flip the sandwich using a spatula and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until the other side is also golden brown and the cheese inside has melted.
  12. Remove from Pan: Take the sandwich off the pan once it is toasted nicely and cheese is melted and gooey.
  13. Cool Slightly: Let the sandwich rest for 1-2 minutes to prevent burning from hot melted cheese during slicing.
  14. Slice and Spread Avocado: Cut the sandwich in half and spread the creamy mashed avocado mixture generously onto one half.
  15. Reassemble Sandwich: Place the other half on top of the avocado-spread half, with mashed avocado facing inward.
  16. Serve: Enjoy the sandwich immediately while it is warm, with creamy avocado and melted cheddar cheese melding together.

Notes

  • Use ripe avocado for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
  • Lemon juice not only adds flavor but also keeps avocado from browning.
  • Medium heat is ideal for grilling to ensure bread crisps without burning.
  • Butter both sides of the bread for a crisp golden crust.
  • Let the sandwich cool slightly before slicing to avoid cheese burns.
  • Can be customized with different cheeses or additional seasonings as desired.
  • Prep Time: 7 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: creamy avocado grilled cheese, avocado sandwich, grilled cheese recipe, easy sandwich, cheesy avocado toast

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