The Ultimate Spicy Cheddar & Apple Fall Veggie Sandwich Recipe

Introduction

This Ultimate Spicy Cheddar & Apple Fall Veggie Sandwich perfectly balances sharp cheddar, sweet honeycrisp apple, and a spicy kick from pickled jalapeños. It’s a crunchy, flavorful sandwich that celebrates cozy fall flavors with a satisfying twist.

Ingredients

• 2 slices of sourdough bread (or your favorite bread!)
• 1-2 ounces sliced sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon grainy dijon mustard
• 1-2 teaspoons honey
• 10 slices pickled jalapeños
• 5-6 thin slices of red onion
• ¼ honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced
• ½ cup kettle potato chips
• ¼ cup arugula

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place both slices of bread on a small baking sheet and broil on high in the oven for 1-2 minutes, or until lightly browned. Watch carefully so it doesn’t burn.
2. Step 2: Remove the baking sheet and turn the bread slices over. Cover one slice with cheddar cheese, then return the pan to the broiler for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts.
3. Step 3: Remove the baking sheet again. Top the melted cheese slice with pickled jalapeños. Spread the plain slice of bread with dijon mustard, then drizzle honey over it.
4. Step 4: Layer the honeyed slice with apple slices, red onion, arugula, and kettle chips.
5. Step 5: Carefully close the sandwich and gently press down until the chips crunch. Slice in half and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• For extra richness, add a thin spread of butter on the bread before broiling for a golden crust.
• Swap honeycrisp apples with granny smith for a tarter bite.
• Use your favorite spicy mustard if grainy dijon isn’t available.
• Try adding a handful of toasted walnuts for extra crunch and nutty flavor.

Storage

This sandwich is best enjoyed fresh to keep the chips crunchy. If you must store leftovers, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Reheat briefly in a toaster oven to revive some crispness, but chips may soften.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of cheese?

Absolutely! Sharp cheddar works best for its tang and meltability, but you can substitute with gouda, fontina, or even pepper jack for a different flavor and spice level.

How can I make this sandwich vegetarian?

This recipe is already vegetarian-friendly as it contains no meat. Just be sure your pickled jalapeños and chips don’t contain animal-derived ingredients if maintaining strict vegetarian standards.

The Ultimate Spicy Cheddar & Apple Fall Veggie Sandwich Recipe

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A bold and flavorful fall-inspired sandwich combining spicy cheddar, crisp honeycrisp apple, tangy pickled jalapeños, and crunchy kettle potato chips on toasted sourdough bread, finished with a hint of honey and grainy Dijon mustard for the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory.

• Author: Emma
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
• Category: Sandwich
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Bread & Cheese

• 2 slices sourdough bread (or your favorite bread!)
• 1–2 ounces sliced sharp cheddar cheese

Spreads & Condiments

• 1 tablespoon grainy Dijon mustard
• 1–2 teaspoons honey

Toppings

• 10 slices pickled jalapeños
• 5–6 thin slices red onion
• ¼ honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced
• ½ cup kettle potato chips
• ¼ cup arugula

Instructions

1. Toast the Bread: Place both slices of sourdough bread on a small baking sheet and broil on high in the oven for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to ensure they become lightly browned but do not burn.
2. Melt the Cheese: Remove the baking sheet from the oven, flip the bread slices over, and place sliced sharp cheddar cheese on one slice. Return to the broiler for another 1-2 minutes, until the cheese has melted.
3. Assemble the Sandwich: Remove from the oven and top the melted cheese with pickled jalapeño slices. On the plain slice of bread, spread the grainy Dijon mustard evenly and drizzle with honey.
4. Add Fresh Toppings: Layer thin apple slices, red onion, arugula, and kettle potato chips on top of the honey-mustard bread slice.
5. Finish and Serve: Carefully close the sandwich by bringing the cheese-topped slice over the toppings side. Gently press down to help the chips crunch inside. Slice the sandwich in half and enjoy immediately.

Notes

• Keep a close eye during broiling to avoid burning the bread or cheese.
• Use fresh honeycrisp apple for its crisp texture and sweet flavor contrast.
• Adjust the number of pickled jalapeños to control the spice level.
• Kettle chips add a satisfying crunch but can be substituted with your favorite crunchy potato chip variety.
• Serve immediately for best texture due to the chips.

Keywords: spicy cheddar sandwich, apple sandwich, fall sandwich, pickled jalapeños, sourdough sandwich, kettle chips, sweet and spicy sandwich