This California Club Sandwich Recipe is a double stacker sandwich made with deli meat, cheddar cheese, juicy tomato, crisp lettuce, smoky bacon, and creamy avocado! It also has a homemade chipotle mayo that really packs the flavor into this loaded sandwich! With each bite, you'll savor the deliciousness and be reminded why this classic clubhouse sandwich continues to captivate our taste buds.
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It's officially lunch time and you need to make this sandwich! This club sandwich is my favorite sandwich of all time. It combines a classic club sandwich with flavorful fresh ingredients like buttery avocado, alfalfa sprouts, sliced tomato and lettuce, and a little red onion.
There's also a little cheese, turkey, and layers of crispy bacon which automatically make this sandwich recipe a winner. To top that off, I made a homemade chipotle mayo that truly makes each bite so flavorful and mouthwatering. Enjoy with some chips or french fries and you've got an unforgettable meal that you'll be making on repeat all summer long!
What is a club sandwich?
A California Club sandwich is a delicious and popular variation of the classic club sandwich. It typically consists of layers of deli meat, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and cheese stacked between slices of toasted bread.
The California Club sandwich is typically served as a stacked sandwich, where the layers are assembled in the order listed above. The sandwich is often cut diagonally into halves or quarters for easy handling.
Ingredients
- Bread: The sandwich starts with toasted bread slices, commonly white or whole wheat bread. Some variations may use artisanal bread like ciabatta or sourdough.
- Turkey: Slices of roasted or smoked turkey breast are a staple in a California Club sandwich. The turkey provides a savory and slightly salty flavor.
- Bacon: Crispy bacon strips add a delightful smoky and salty taste to the sandwich. They provide a contrasting texture to the other ingredients.
- Avocado: Creamy slices of ripe avocado are a defining feature of a California Club sandwich. They add richness and a buttery taste, and a nice bit of healthy fats to this sandwich.
- Lettuce: Crisp lettuce leaves, such as iceberg or romaine lettuce, provide a refreshing and crunchy element. They add texture and a subtle freshness to the sandwich.
- Beefsteak Tomato: Slices of ripe tomatoes contribute juiciness and a mild tang to the sandwich. I recommend using beefsteak tomatoes as they're not as juicy and they're nice and firm. You can also use heirloom tomatoes too.
- Red Onion: for a nice crunch and added flavor!
- Cheese: A slice of cheese, typically Swiss or cheddar, is often included in a California Club sandwich. The cheese adds a creamy and slightly tangy note that complements the other ingredients.
- Alfalfa Sprouts: although not necessary, the sprouts add so much freshness to the sandwich. If you can't find them, no biggie. But if you have some, definitely add it! They're sold at most grocery stores!
Chipotle Mayo Ingredients
- Mayo
- Chipotle Chili powder
- Lemon juice
- minced garlic clove
- onion powder
Quick Tips
- Try to have everything cooked prior to assembling the sandwich. It makes putting the sandwich together super easy!
- Use a fun toothpick to keep the club sandwich together. This sandwich gets pretty tall so you'll need something to hold everything together!
- Use a serrated knife to cut the sandwich. This prevents it from falling apart and keeps the layers intact!
How to make a Club Sandwich
- Make the chipotle mayo by combining mayo, chipotle chili powder, lemon juice, minced garlic, onion powder, and kosher salt in a small bowl. Whisk together and set aside.
- Toast the bread until golden brown and spread the chipotle mayo onto one side of each piece of bread. (Image #1)
- Lightly season tomato slices with a sprinkle of black pepper and kosher salt.
- On the bottom slice of bread, add a slice of cheese and layer sliced turkey, bacon, and red onion. (Image #2)
- Please second bread slice on top and add lettuce, tomato, avocado slices, alfalfa sprouts, and more bacon. (Image #2)
- Place the last piece of bread on top and stick a toothpick or cocktail stick through the sandwich.
- Cut in half or into triangular pieces.
What to serve with a Club Sandwich
I love enjoying my california club with crispy golden french fries! You can also enjoy with potato chips, fresh fruit, pickles, baked beans, sweet potato fries, deviled eggs, onion rings, a side salad, or coleslaw!
Recipe FAQs
The club sandwich was a sandwich that was served in clubhouses in New York and became popular in the early 1900s.
If you would like to add a sliced hard boiled egg to your club sandwich, you can! I omitted it from this recipe due to personal preference.
The ingredients on a club sandwich tend to be a little warm (like the bacon), but the sandwich itself is served cold.
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California Club Sandwich
Ingredients
- 6 slices Bread
- 2 slices Cheddar Cheese
- ½ lb Sliced Turkey
- 6 slices Bacon
- ½ Red Onion (sliced)
- 1 Beefsteak Tomato (sliced)
- 1 Avocado (sliced)
- 1 cup Romaine Lettuce (sliced)
- ½ cup Alfalfa Sprouts
Chipotle Mayo
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tsp Chipotle Chili Powder
- 1 ½ tsp Lemon Juice
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- ½ tsp Onion Powder
- ½ tsp Kosher Salt
Directions
- Make the chipotle mayo by combining mayo, chipotle chili powder, lemon juice, minced garlic, onion powder, and kosher salt in a small bowl. Whisk together and set aside.
- Toast the bread until golden brown and spread the chipotle mayo onto one side of each piece of bread.
- Lightly season tomato slices with a sprinkle of black pepper and kosher salt.
- On the bottom slice of bread, add a slice of cheese and layer sliced turkey, bacon, and red onion. Please second bread slice on top and add lettuce, tomato, avocado slices, alfalfa sprouts, and more bacon.
- Place the last piece of bread on top and stick a toothpick or cocktail stick through the sandwich. Cut in half or into triangular pieces.
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