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    Chilli Cheese Toast

    By Rachna Published: Dec 19, 2022 · Modified: Dec 20, 2022 10 Comments

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    These chilli cheese toast are super easy to put together and are the perfect snack or appetiser. So easy to make in large batches, and kids love them.

    I have been having these chili cheese toast since childhood. It’s something which even kids can make. But be sure to supervise them if they are younger.

    I remember my mum doing these in our newly acquired OTG while we waited patiently to eat. They are filling too with cheesy goodness so even better.

    I make them with any bread available at home. To make them healthier use whole grain or multi grain bread.

    You can make them on a skillet or in the air fryer/oven. Instructions for each is provided.

    You may also like: Bread Pakora, Onion Pakoda, masala peanuts, Cheesy Broccoli.

    One chilli toast being held up in hand

    Ingredients

    Bread slices: You can use any bread that you like, from regular white bread to multi grain or even artisan breads. I normally leave the crust. But feel free to remove it if you so like.

    Cheese: Since this is a cheesy bread, cheese is an essential ingredient here. Use grated parmesan or mozzarella. Processed cheese works too. For dairy free version use plant-based cheeses.

    Chilli: Finely chopped green chillies or jalapeños provide it a spicy kick. Use as per your heat tolerance.

    Vegetables: I have always made this with green peppers or capsicum. Their crunch and slightly sharp taste go really well. Also finely chopped onions work well. You can also use finely chopped mushrooms or tomatoes. Basically any vegetable that will not require too much cooking time and tastes good when crunchy.

    Spices: Just salt and pepper tastes good here. I have also added some Italian seasoning and chopped garlic here. You can use chilli flakes, dried oregano in place of Italian seasoning or some chopped parsley here.

    Ingredients to make chilli cheese toast in bowls: cheese, bread slices, chopped onion, bell pepper, garlic, chillies, pepper and Italian seasoning.

    Variations

    This is a vegetarian and vegan recipe. All you need is vegan cheese in place of vegetarian cheese to make it dairy free.

    If you don’t like green chillies, feel free to use chilli flakes in their place.

    Any vegetables can be used also with green peppers or capsicum. You may use boiled corn, chopped tomatoes, olives, grated carrot too.

    Serving suggestions

    I love to just have these with chai or masala tea.

    You can serve these with a spicy mayo or even ketchup.

    These chilli cheese garlic toast are really filling on their own and a perfect snack.

    3 chilli cheese toast slices in halves on a white plate

    Tips

    1. You can use any bread of choice. Even artisan ones are good.
    2. You can’t reduce the cheese here. Parmesan tastes the best but processed works well too.
    3. I feel that just green peppers and onion work well. But sliced mushroom taste good too.
    4. This recipe is perfect as an appetiser or evening snack.
    5. This does not store well and should preferably be had hot off the stove. You can reheat in air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 350F or 180C if you have leftovers.
    6. Since cheese is already salty, I did not need extra salt.

    Instructions with Pictures

    Take slices of wholewheat or multigrain bread. 

    In a bowl mix together grated cheese/vegan cheese, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, chopped garlic, chopped green chillies or jalapeños, finely chopped green pepper and onion.

    Grated cheese mixed with green pepper, chilli, garlic and spices.

    Place enough of this cheesy mixture on the slice of bread and keep aside.

    Repeat for all slices except when you are doing on stove top.

    One toast topped with cheesy topping held up in hand.

    On stove top

    Heat a cast iron pan or tawa.

    Lightly brush one slice with butter/vegan butter and on low-medium heat lightly toast it.

    Flip it and top with cheesy mixture.

    Cover with a transparent lid.

    One chilli cheese toast on a skillet

    Cook on low flame till the cheese melts.

    Don’t cook on medium flame or for too long else your bread slice may get charred.

    Now remove and serve hot.

    In Air fryer

    Preheat air fryer at 180 C or 350F for 4 minutes.

    Now place the slices with cheesy mixture on top in the air fryer basket.

    I could fit 3 slices at one go.

    3 slices chilli cheese toast in air fryer basket ready for air frying.

    Close the air fryer and air fry for about 4-6 minutes at 350F or 180C till the cheese has melted and browned and the bread is toasted.

    Remove them and serve hot.

    3 slices chilli cheese toast in air fryer basket after air frying.

    In oven

    You can also bake these toast in oven.

    In a preheated oven at 350F or 180C place slices with cheesy mixture on top.

    Bake for about 10-12 minutes till the cheese melts and the bread is toasty. Enjoy.

    FAQ

    1. Is the chilli cheese toast healthy?

    Each toast has about 200 Calories and has 13 gm. protein. It has 8 gm. fat and 16 gm. carbs. It is good for children and adults if fat and carbs are not a concern for them.

    2. How do you make cheese on toast without a grill?

    You can easily use an air fryer, oven or stove top for the same.

    3 chilli cheese toast slices in halves on a white plate

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    Chilli Cheese Toast

    Rachna Parmar
    Delicious chilli cheese toast is perfect as a snack or appetizer. Very easy recipe. Can be done in air fryer, oven or stove top.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 6 minutes mins
    Cook Time 11 minutes mins
    Total Time 17 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, snacks
    Cuisine Indian
    Servings 4 slices
    Calories 194 kcal
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    Equipment

    • Air fryer
    • Oven
    • Cast Iron skillet

    Ingredients
     

    • 4 slices multigrain bread or any bread of choice
    • 1 cup Parmesan cheese or vegan cheese
    • ½ tsp. Pepper
    • ½ tsp. Italian seasoning
    • ½ tsp. garlic chopped
    • 2 green chillies chopped fine
    • ½ cup green peppers or capsicum chopped
    • ½ onion chopped fine
    • 1 tsp. butter or vegan butter optional

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    Instructions
     

    • Take slices of wholewheat or multigrain bread.
    • In a bowl mix together grated cheese/vegan cheese, pepper, Italian seasoning, chopped garlic, chopped green chillies or jalapeños, finely chopped green pepper and onion.
    • Place enough of this cheesy mixture on the slice of bread and keep aside.
    • Repeat for all slices except if doing on stove top.

    On Stove top

    • Heat a cast iron pan or tawa.
    • Lightly brush one side of bread slice with butter/vegan butter and toast lightly on medium heat.
    • Once done, flip it and then put the cheesy mixture on the slice of bread.
    • Cover with a transparent lid.
    • Cook on low-medium flame till the cheese melts.
    • Don’t cook on medium flame or for too long else your bread slice may get charred.
    • Now remove and serve hot.

    In Air fryer

    • Preheat air fryer at 180 C or 350F for 4 minutes.
    • Now place the slices with cheesy mixture on top in the air fryer basket.
    • I could fit 3 slices at one go.
    • Close the air fryer and air fry for about 4-6 minutes at 350F or 180C till the cheese has melted and browned and the bread is toasted.
    • Remove them and serve hot.

    In oven

    • You can also bake these toast in oven.
    • In a preheated oven at 350F or 180C place slices with cheesy mixture on top.
    • Bake for about 10-12 minutes till the cheese melts and the bread is toasty. Enjoy.

    Notes

    1. You can use any bread of choice. Even artisan ones are good.
    2. You can’t reduce the cheese here. Parmesan tastes the best but processed as well as vegan cheese works well too. 
    3. I feel that just green peppers and onion work well. But sliced mushroom taste good too.
    This recipe is perfect as an appetiser or evening snack.
    4. This does not store well and should preferably be had hot off the stove. You can reheat in air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 350F or 180C if you have leftovers.
    5. Since cheese is already salty, I did not need extra salt.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 194kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 13gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 626mgPotassium: 167mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 294IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 377mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Gina Abernathy says

      December 21, 2022 at 6:11 pm

      5 stars
      When I am craving a snack, I always want something with a crunch. This toast does the trick and is satisfying and tasty.

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        December 23, 2022 at 11:17 am

        Thanks Gina!

        Reply
    2. Stephanie says

      December 21, 2022 at 7:10 pm

      5 stars
      This is a great snack recipe - filling enough to make it through to the next meal, but still healthy and satisfying.

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        December 23, 2022 at 11:15 am

        Oh yes, it is. Thanks Stephanie.

        Reply
    3. Janessa says

      December 21, 2022 at 7:12 pm

      5 stars
      Such an easy and delicious toast topping idea- perfect for a quick lunch!

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        December 23, 2022 at 11:16 am

        Thank you Janessa!

        Reply
    4. Toni says

      December 21, 2022 at 8:35 pm

      5 stars
      This is so good!! It is always a huge hit at my house!

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        December 23, 2022 at 11:16 am

        Thanks Toni. Happy to hear that.

        Reply
    5. Tayler says

      December 21, 2022 at 9:06 pm

      5 stars
      I made this chili cheese toast for dinner last night and it was delish! Quick and easy!

      Reply
      • Rachna says

        December 23, 2022 at 11:16 am

        Thanks Tayler

        Reply
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