Vegemite and Cheddar Toastie Sandwich
A quick and nostalgic Australian snack featuring melted sharp cheddar cheese and a thin spread of savory Vegemite on toasted bread. This Australian-inspired sandwich and wrap recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs white bread slices, Vegemite, sharp cheddar cheese, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 white bread slices
- 2 tsp Vegemite
- 4 oz (about 8 slices) sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
- 2 tbsp, softened unsalted butter
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Instructions
- Step 1: Butter one side of each of the 4 white bread slices evenly with 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter.
- Step 2: Turn the bread slices butter-side down. Spread 2 tsp Vegemite thinly over two slices, then top each with 2 oz sliced sharp cheddar cheese evenly.
- Step 3: Close the sandwich with the remaining bread slices, butter side facing out.
- Step 4: Heat a skillet or sandwich press over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until the bread is golden brown and the cheddar cheese is melted.
- Step 5: Remove from heat, slice in half, and serve warm as a comforting snack or light meal.







