Avocado Toast Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Golden toasted bread layered with creamy avocado and melted cheddar for a delicious twist.

# What You Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough or whole grain bread

→ Avocado

02 - 1 large ripe avocado
03 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
04 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Cheese

05 - 4 slices cheddar cheese or preferred melting cheese

→ Butter

06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a small bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth with slight texture.
02 - Lay out bread slices and spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each slice.
03 - Flip two slices over and evenly spread the avocado mixture on the unbuttered sides, then add two cheese slices atop each avocado spread.
04 - Top each sandwich with the remaining bread, buttered sides facing outward.
05 - Preheat a nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
06 - Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and cheese melts.
07 - Remove sandwiches, let cool briefly, slice in half, and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 20 minutes, making it perfect for when you want something restaurant-quality but don't have all day.
  • The contrast between crispy edges and gooey center feels indulgent without requiring any special skills.
  • It transforms two humble ingredients into something that tastes far more impressive than it has any right to be.
02 -
  • The pan temperature is everything; if it's too high, you'll have a burnt outside and cold cheese inside, so medium heat is your friend even if it feels slow.
  • Don't use cold avocado straight from the fridge—it stays grainy even when mashed; let it sit on the counter for an hour first if needed.
  • Softened butter is non-negotiable; cold butter will tear bread and create uneven browning that looks patchy instead of golden.
03 -
  • Press the sandwich gently as it cooks to help the cheese make contact with both the bread and the avocado, creating a cohesive layer instead of separate components.
  • If you're making multiple sandwiches, keep finished ones warm in a low oven while you cook the rest, so they all come to the table at the same temperature.
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