Classic Club Sandwich
A timeless American classic, the Club Sandwich features layers of toasted bread, savory turkey or chicken, crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, and creamy mayonnaise. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.
By CuocoMitra · Published · Updated 20 June 2026
- Total time
- Prep
- Cook
- Serves
- 2
- Per serving
- 1521kcal
- Difficulty
- easy
Classic Club Sandwich is a easy Club recipe that serves 2 and takes 25 minutes (15 minutes prep, 10 minutes cooking). It uses 9 ingredients across 4 steps. Each serving provides about 1521.03 calories.
Ingredients
9 ingredients for 2 servings. Open any ingredient for its nutrition detail.
Wheat breadtoasted golden brown6 slicesWheat bread
Cereals and cereal productsLeavened breadsIn this recipe: 6 slices, toasted golden brown
Per 100 g
Calories274 kcalProtein10.7gCarbs47.5gFat4.53gFiber4gCommon portions
slice 1 undetermined 29 g Staple foodCarbohydrate sourceBaseNeutralMaltySoft- Turkeythinly sliced, deli style150 g
Meleagris gallopavo
Poultry ProductsTurkeyIn this recipe: 150 g, thinly sliced, deli style
Per 100 g
Calories160 kcalProtein20gCarbs0gFat8.5gFiber0gCommon portions
100 g 100 g bone-in, raw 1 piece 150 g 1 drumstick 110 g Main proteinSavoryMildPoultryMeatyTender 
Unprepared Cured Baconcooked until crispy, drained6 stripsPork, cured, bacon, unprepared
Pork Productssr_legacyIn this recipe: 6 strips, cooked until crispy, drained
Per 100 g
Calories393 kcalProtein13.7gCarbs0gFat37.1gFiber0gCommon portions
slice raw 1 undetermined 28 g oz 4 undetermined 113 g package 1 undetermined 442 g Flavor enhancerFat sourceMain proteinSmokyUmamiSalty
Raw Romaine Lettucesuch as romaine or iceberg, washed and dried4 leavesLettuce, cos or romaine, raw
Vegetables and Vegetable Productssr_legacyIn this recipe: 4 leaves, such as romaine or iceberg, washed and dried
Per 100 g
Calories17 kcalProtein1.23gCarbs3.29gFat0.3gFiber2.1gCommon portions
leaf inner 1 undetermined 6 g leaf outer 1 undetermined 28 g cup shredded 1 undetermined 47 g NLEA serving 1 undetermined 85 g BaseGarnishTexture enhancerFreshMildGrassy
Garden tomatothinly sliced1 mediumSolanum lycopersicum
VegetablesFruit vegetablesIn this recipe: 1 medium, thinly sliced
Per 100 g
Calories15 kcalProtein0.98gCarbs2.98gFat0.26gFiber0.7gCommon portions
cup, chopped 1 undetermined 139 g tomato 1 undetermined 212 g Flavor enhancerAcidBase ingredientSweetAcidicUmami
Regular Mayonnaisefull-fat recommended60 gSalad dressing, mayonnaise, regular
Fats and Oilssr_legacyIn this recipe: 60 g, full-fat recommended
Per 100 g
Calories680 kcalProtein0.96gCarbs0.57gFat74.8gFiber0gCommon portions
packet 1 undetermined 10 g tbsp 1 undetermined 13.8 g cup 1 undetermined 220 g EmulsifierBinderFat sourceTangyRichSavory
Plain Saltfine sea salt, to taste1 pinchPLAIN SALT
Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizerssr_legacyIn this recipe: 1 pinch, fine sea salt, to taste
Per 100 g
Calories0 kcalProtein0gCarbs0gFat0gFiber—Common portions
1 g 1.5 g Flavor enhancerSeasoningSaltyGrittyCrystalline
Organic Ground Black Pepperto taste1 pinchBLACK PEPPER GROUND ORGANIC SPICES
Herbs & Spicessr_legacyIn this recipe: 1 pinch, to taste
Per 100 g
Calories217 kcalProtein0gCarbs43.5gFat0gFiber43.5gCommon portions
1 g 2.299999952316284 g SeasoningFlavor enhancerAromaticSpicyPungentWoody- Long toothpicks or skewersfor securing sandwich quarters4 pieces
What you’ll need
5 tools across 4 steps.
Method
- 1
Prepare Ingredients
Begin by toasting 6 slices of bread until golden brown. While the bread is toasting, cook the 6 strips of bacon in a pan over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels. Slice the 1 medium into thin rounds and wash the 4 leaves Lettuce leaves.
Ensure your bacon is extra crispy for the best texture contrast in the sandwich.
- 2
Assemble the First Layer
Take two slices of toasted bread for each sandwich (you'll have 2 sandwiches). Spread a generous amount of Mayonnaise g on one side of each slice. On the first slice, layer half of the (or turkey), followed by some leaves leaves and Tomato medium slices. Season lightly with 1 pinch and 1 pinch Freshly ground black pepper.
Don't be shy with the mayonnaise; it adds essential moisture and flavor.
Timer: 3 min
knife (if cutting) - 3
Add the Middle Layer
Place a second slice of toasted bread on top of the first layer. Spread mayonnaise on the top side of this middle slice, then arrange half of the crispy strips on this layer.
The middle slice of bread is key to the club sandwich's structure and prevents it from getting soggy.
Timer: 2 min - 4
Complete and Serve
Top with the final slice of toasted bread, with the mayonnaise-spread side facing the bacon. Gently press the sandwich together. For a classic presentation, secure the sandwich with pieces (if using) and cut it into quarters, typically triangles. Repeat for the second sandwich. Serve immediately with your favorite side, such as fries or a salad.
Cutting the sandwich into quarters makes it easier to eat and showcases the beautiful layers.
Nutrition
Per serving, across 2 servings.
| Nutrient | Per serving | Whole recipe |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1521 kcal | 3042.1 kcal |
| Protein | 66.5 g | 133 g |
| Carbohydrates | 43.8 g | 87.6 g |
| Fat | 118.3 g | 236.6 g |
| Fibre | 4.3 g | 8.5 g |
| Sodium | 2553.6 mg | 5107.2 mg |
Computed from the matched ingredient data rather than entered by hand, with 38% of ingredients matched. Treat it as a close estimate, not a clinical figure.
How it tastes
- Salty
- 3 out of 5
- Sweet
- 1 out of 5
- Sour
- 1 out of 5
- Umami
- 3 out of 5
- Smoky
- 2 out of 5
- Herbal
- 1 out of 5
- Rich
- 3 out of 5
Texture
Mood
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