Crunchy Delight

Experience the ultimate blend of textures and flavors with "Crunchy Delight," a gourmet twist on classic toast sandwiches. This recipe features golden sourdough bread toasted to perfection, layered with velvety cream cheese, melted cheddar, and the fresh crunch of grated carrot and diced red bell pepper. Infused with a garlicky breadcrumb crust seasoned with dried parsley and olive oil, these sandwiches are baked to golden, crispy perfection. Perfect for a quick lunch, afternoon snack, or light dinner, this 25-minute recipe combines wholesome veggies with indulgent cheesy goodness. Serve it warm and savor a sandwich that's as satisfying as its name suggests.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 slices sourdough bread, sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 100 grams cream cheese
• 100 grams shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 small carrot, grated
• 0.5 red bell pepper, diced
• 100 grams breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Spread the butter evenly on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, olive oil, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.

Step 4

Toast the bread slices, buttered side down, on a skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 5

Spread a thick layer of cream cheese evenly over the toasted side of each bread slice.

Step 6

Sprinkle the grated carrots, diced red bell pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese evenly over two of the bread slices.

Step 7

Place the remaining bread slices on top, cream cheese side down, to form two sandwiches.

Step 8

Press the sandwiches lightly to help them hold together, then brush the outsides (top and bottom) with a little olive oil.

Step 9

Coat the outside of each sandwich with the prepared breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to make it stick.

Step 10

Place the sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 5–7 minutes or until the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy.

Step 11

Let the sandwiches cool slightly, then cut them in halves or quarters. Serve warm and enjoy your Crunchy Delight!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(625.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2006.4

Total Fat 111.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 273.9mg	0%
Sodium 4891.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.1g	0%
Total Sugars 20.5g
Protein 63.6g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 947.9mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 658.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.5%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 37.9%