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Blt sandwich cut in half served on a white plate
5 from 3 votes

BLT Sandwich

The best BLT sandwich only has a few ingredients, and assembled properly, they create an iconic lunchtime favorite! Learn how to do it perfectly.
Author Diana
Servings 2 sandwiches
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 slices thick bread about ½ inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons softened butter
  • 8 slices bacon
  • 2 ripe tomatoes sliced into thick slices
  • 2-4 lettuce leaves
  • 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  • Lay the bacon on the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 20 minutes or until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel to soak up the excess grease.
  • Butter both sides of each slice of bread, then place in a preheated frying pan over medium heat. Toast the bread on both sides until golden brown and crispy.
  • Spread mayonnaise on each slice of bread. On two of the slices, add lettuce, then tomato slices, and then season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the bacon between the two sandwiches, then top each with the second slice of bread. Slice in half to serve.

Notes

  • Dry the Tomatoes: If your tomatoes are especially juicy, it can be helpful to slice them and then absorb some of the liquid with paper towels. This will help you avoid a soggy sandwich. 
  • Eat it Right Away: BLT sandwiches should be eaten as soon as you make them. They aren’t good as leftovers. 
  • Use Quality Ingredients: As with any sandwich, it will only be as good as the ingredients you put on it. 
  • When cooking bacon: I like to cook bacon in the oven, but you can also cook it in a skillet or in the air fryer if you prefer. Whatever way is easiest for you is totally fine. I don’t recommend cooking bacon in the microwave. 
  • For a different sauce: Try using a mix of half mayo and half sour cream for your BLT. It’s a bit tangier and lighter than you’d expect and really tasty. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 837kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 70g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 20g | Monounsaturated Fat: 23g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 1128mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 3203IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 101mg | Iron: 3mg