Classic Club Sandwich

This classic New York club sandwich recipe is layered with smoky ham, roasted turkey, smoked bacon, crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and mayonnaise spread on every slice of this triple-toasted bread extravaganza. My family and I love this tasty sandwich, and I think I even have my picky son hooked on it.

Learn how to make the ultimate club sandwich with bacon, turkey, ham, and cheddar, step by step. This classic and delicious sandwich is perfect for any meal or occasion! Everyone loves a great sandwich! They sure seem to hit the mark for those weekend lunches when you need to pull them together quickly to finish the rest of your chores.

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

See the complete list of ingredients on the recipe card below.

• Bread: Bakery-quality white or wheat, and not sliced too thick.
• Butter: Salted or unsalted.
• Mayonnaise: I love Duke’s, but use your favorite brand.
• Turkey: Sandwich sliced from the deli.
• Tomatoes: Sun-ripened slicing tomatoes.
• Cheddar cheese: Sandwich sliced from the deli.
• Ham: Sandwich sliced from the deli.
• Bacon: Crispy cooked (how to cook bacon in the oven)
• Lettuce: Leaf lettuce or iceberg lettuce.

How to Make A Classic Club Sandwich

This is a summary version; for the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please refer to the recipe card below.

1. Toast the bread, then lightly butter both sides. Spread mayo on one side of each slice, then layer turkey, tomato slices, and cheddar cheese.
2. Place another piece of toast on top of the mayonnaise side up, layer with ham, bacon, and lettuce. Top with another slice of toast, mayo side down.
3. Stick toothpicks into the four sides of the top slice of bread. Slice into triangular pieces with a sharp or serrated knife.

Preparation Tips

• Use thinly sliced bread. I like to use classic white or whole wheat. This sandwich has three slices of toast and gets fairly tall, so you don’t want it to be so tall that you can not secure it with a toothpick or eat it.
• Likewise, slice your tomatoes thin and don’t pile on the lettuce too thick.
• Cook your bacon in the oven at 375 degrees for about 15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Use an old baking sheet or cover a newer one with parchment paper. I have an old baking sheet that I keep around just for bacon.
• For a neat appearance, trim any excess lettuce with kitchen scissors. 
• This sandwich is best enjoyed promptly or shortly after being made.

Try These Variations

Are you tired of the classic club and looking for something a little different? Try some of these fun ideas and change things up a bit.

• Protein: Try sliced chicken breast, roast beef, fried egg, tuna, or salmon.
• Cheese: Try Pepper Jack, American, Provolone, or Swiss Cheese.
• Veggies: Try sliced avocado, red onion, pea tendrils, arugula, or radish sprouts.
• Spreads: Try guacamole, mustard, aioli, or Southern Comeback Sauce.

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