Texas Toast Sloppy Joes are a fun, hearty twist on the classic—swapping regular buns for thick, buttery Texas toast 🍞
Here’s how to make them:
🍔 Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1–2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 6–8 slices Texas toast (store-bought or homemade)
- 1–2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the filling
- In a pan, cook ground beef until browned
- Add onion + garlic, cook until soft
- Drain excess grease
2. Make it sloppy
- Stir in ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce
- Simmer for 5–10 minutes until thick and saucy
3. Prep the toast
- Bake or toast the Texas toast until golden
4. Assemble
- Spoon sloppy joe mixture over toast
- Sprinkle cheese on top
5. Melt & serve
- Broil for 1–2 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly
🔥 Tips
- Add jalapeños for heat 🌶️
- Use garlic butter Texas toast for extra flavor
- Serve with fries or a simple salad
😋 What makes it special?
The crispy, buttery toast holds the saucy meat better than regular buns—so you get crunch + juicy flavor in every bite.
If you want, I can give you a quick 20-minute version or a spicy restaurant-style variation.
