Description
This Creamy Avocado Grilled Cheese recipe combines the rich, buttery flavor of melted cheddar cheese with the fresh, creamy texture of mashed avocado for a delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich. Quick and easy to make, it’s perfect for a satisfying lunch or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich Ingredients
- 2 slices bread
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
Avocado Spread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all ingredients needed for the sandwich including bread, cheddar cheese, butter, ripe avocado, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Prepare Avocado: Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl.
- Mash Avocado: Use a fork to mash the avocado until smooth and creamy.
- Add Lemon Juice: Mix in the lemon juice to the mashed avocado to add brightness and prevent browning.
- Season Avocado: Stir in garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Heat Pan: Place a frying pan or griddle on medium heat to warm up.
- Butter Bread: Spread 1 tablespoon of butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
- Assemble Sandwich: Place one bread slice butter-side down on the pan, add a slice of cheddar cheese, then top with the second bread slice, butter-side up.
- Cook First Side: Grill the sandwich for 3 to 4 minutes until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
- Flip Sandwich: Carefully flip the sandwich with a spatula and cook the other side for another 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Remove and Cool: Take the sandwich off the pan and let it cool for a minute or two to avoid burning from hot cheese.
- Add Avocado Spread: Slice the sandwich in half, spread the creamy mashed avocado generously on one half.
- Complete Sandwich: Place the other half on top with the avocado spread facing inward.
- Serve: Serve immediately while the sandwich is warm and the cheese is gooey.
Notes
- Use ripe avocado for the best creamy texture.
- Butter the bread evenly to ensure a crispy golden crust.
- Adjust seasoning in avocado spread to taste.
- Cook on medium heat to prevent burning while allowing cheese to melt properly.
- Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
