Best-Ever BLT Sandwich
This classic BLT Sandwich is a timeless favorite that’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and always satisfying. This recipe is made with crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, toasted buttery bread, and creamy mayonnaise for the most amazing BLT you’ve ever tasted.
Best-Ever BLT Sandwich Recipe
This amazing BLT sandwich is one of my favorites because of the satisfying combination of flavors and textures. Plus, you can make it in just a few minutes! This is great when you don’t want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen but still want to have something delicious to eat.
And even though a BLT is made with simple ingredients, it is still one of the best comfort foods that you can find. You get an amazing crunch from crispy bacon and toasted bread. Then you have the softness and earthy flavor of the lettuce. Followed by the sweet and juicy taste of the fresh tomatoes. It really doesn’t get better than that!
Another reason why I love this recipe is because of its versatility. Depending on my mood, I will make it with either regular-cut bacon or thick-cut bacon. Sometimes I will use sourdough, or my favorite, butter bread. And others, I’ll just give it another layer of flavor by adding cheese or avocado!
Ingredients For Making A BLT Sandwich
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- Bread. Use your favorite bread, like butter bread (which is what I usually use), sourdough, or brioche. I highly recommend that you use a thick-sliced bread since we’ll be toasting it, and that usually makes it thinner.
- Lettuce. I love using crunchy lettuce, like Romaine or green leaf lettuce, for this recipe.
- Tomato. In the summer, I always make my BLTs with the heirloom tomatoes that I grow in my garden. But any other time, I will use store-bought tomatoes on the vine because of their sweetness or beefsteak tomatoes, which are larger and heartier.
- Mayonnaise. Use your favorite type or brand of mayonnaise. You can also use Miracle Whip if you prefer.
- Butter. Spreading regular butter on the bread before toasting it in the pan will add flavor and texture. You can also use margarine.
- Other ingredients. Add avocados for a creamy flavor and texture. Cheese is another ingredient that blends very well with the bacon and the toasted bread.
- Salt and pepper. Have you ever wondered why sandwiches made at restaurants always taste better than the ones you make at home? Their secret is always adding salt and pepper to taste. 😉👍🏻
How to Make the Best BLT Sandwich
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- Cook the bacon using your preferred method until crispy and let it cool.
- Rinse and prepare the lettuce and tomato.
- Spread butter on both sides of the bread and toast it until golden brown.
- Spread the mayo on one of the toasted slices of bread and layer it with the lettuce, tomato, salt, pepper, and bacon. Spread more mayo on the second slice of bread and place it on top.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of bacon should I use when making a BLT sandwich?
Any type of bacon works for this recipe. Regular-cut bacon will give you a fantastic crunch, while thick-cut bacon provides a meatier and stronger bacon flavor. You can also use turkey bacon if you prefer.
How to cook bacon when making a BLT sandwich?
You can make regular-cut bacon using one of these three methods. Please note that thick-cut bacon will take longer.
- Oven: Bake it in the oven at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 15-20 minutes or until crispy.
- Stove top: Cook it using a griddle or pan over medium heat for 8-12 minutes or until crispy.
- Air fryer: My preferred method. Cook it in the air fryer at 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) for 10 minutes or until crispy.
What other ingredients can I add to a BLT sandwich?
- Adding avocados will make a BLT more creamy and super delicious.
- Use different types of cheese, like mild cheddar, Colby, or pepper jack, to give it a little kick.
- Hot honey. I know I’m late to the game, but I discovered hot honey on my last trip to NYC, and now I add it to everything! And trust me when I say this, hot honey makes this BLT sandwich out of this world delicious.
How to assemble a BLT sandwich?
There is no science behind the assembly of a great BLT sandwich, but this is how I do it.
- Start with toasted bread and spread it with a good amount of mayo.
- Layer with one or two leaves of lettuce.
- Make another layer with the tomato slices.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place the bacon on top of the tomatoes.
- Spread the second slice of toasted bread with more mayo and place it on top of the bacon.
Equipment Needed For a BLT Sandwich
- Griddle or pan – I love using good non-stick pans like these to perfectly toast the bread.
- Air fryer – This is the air fryer that I have at home, and it is great for making perfectly crispy bacon.
More Great Sandwich Recipes
- Fresh Spring Rolls
- Turkey, Bacon & Avocado Wraps
- Chicken Lettuce Wraps
- Buffalo Chicken Wraps
- Colombian Hamburger
- Ham and Cheese Arepas
Best-Ever BLT Sandwich
Ingredients
- 4 slices of thick-sliced bread
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 slices bacon, regular-cut (*See notes)
- 2-4 leaves of lettuce, ribs removed
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 2 Tbsp regular mayonnaise
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bacon until crispy using your preferred method.Oven: Bake it on a prepared baking sheet at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 8-10 minutes. Flip and cook for another 8-10 minutes or until crispy.Stove top: Cook it in a griddle or pan over medium heat for 8-12 minutes or until crispy.Air fryer: My preferred method. Cook it in the air fryer at 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) for 5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes or until crispy.
- Drain the cooked bacon on a plate lined with paper towels and allow it to cool.
- Butter both sides of the slices of bread and toast them in a griddle or pan over medium-high heat until golden brown.
- Spread 1 Tbsp of mayonnaise over each slice of toasted bread. Layer one of the slices of bread with 1-2 leaves of lettuce, 1 slice of tomato, and season with salt and pepper to taste, depending on the saltiness of the bacon. Place 4 slices of crispy bacon on top of the tomato, and top it with the second slice of toasted bread. Serve immediately.
Notes
- *This recipe calls for regular-cut bacon to make a crispy BLT sandwich. You can also use thick-cut bacon, but keep in mind that it will take longer to cook.
- Use large heirloom or beefsteak tomatoes, which are thick and hearty. You can also use tomatoes on the vine, which are smaller, juicier, and sweeter.
