Description
Chili Cheese Toast is a deliciously spicy and cheesy snack or appetizer that is quick and easy to make. With a perfect blend of gooey cheese, spicy chili, and flavorful herbs, this Indian-inspired fusion dish is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 4 slices of thick bread (such as sourdough or white sandwich bread)
Chili Cheese Mixture:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 small green chili (finely chopped, adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro or parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, combine shredded cheese, green chili, red onion, garlic, herbs, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble Toasts: Butter one side of each bread slice, place them buttered side down on the baking sheet, and top with the cheese mixture.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and edges of bread are golden.
- Serve: Serve warm as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the toast for 1–2 minutes after baking.
- You can use mozzarella or a cheese blend for a gooier texture.
- Adjust chili heat based on your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
