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Toasty Talk: Breville’s Best Sandwich Makers

Say hello to toastie perfection as we celebrate 50 years of the sandwich maker with Breville!

Are you tired of soggy or unevenly toasted bread? Looking for a sandwich maker that can elevate your breakfast, snack and dinner game? Look no further! Whether you’re a toasted sandwich enthusiast or someone who likes to occasionally grill their food, Breville offers a range of toastie/jaffle and sandwich makers.

For over 50 years, Breville has been helping hungry individuals make fresh and hot toasted sandwiches, with the release of their first jaffle maker in 1974! Join us as we explore the key factors to consider when choosing a Breville sandwich maker, including heating elements, adjustable settings and more. By the end of this blog, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge to make an informed decision and enjoy perfectly toasted bread, every time. Let’s get toasting!

For Original Style Jaffles In Minutes: You Need Breville’s the Original 74’™ Jaffle Maker (BSG1974)

Breville’s the Original 74'™ Jaffle Maker (BSG1974)

Features

This is a 2-slice sandwich maker with a powerful 1000W heating element and jumbo-sized non-stick cooking plates. Designed to make the classic jaffle, Breville’s the Original 74’™ Jaffle Maker ensures perfectly toasted sandwiches every time that is cut in two with its centre scissor action. 

Ease of Use

Simply switch on and then add in your sandwich with fillings and press down. Use the storage clip to clip down if your toasted sandwich is too thick. The jaffle maker’s scissor cutting action neatly seals in your filings and cuts jaffles into two pieces for easier enjoyment. Wait for the green ‘ready’ light to appear to know when toasting is done.

Results

Once your toasted sandwich or jaffle looks done and it’s all crispy, just power off, gently retrieve your toastie and enjoy! The jaffle maker is easy to clean thanks to the non-stick plates. Just store away on its feet or vertically with the storage clip keeping the plates in place.

For Cooking Everything and Anything: You Need Breville’s The Adjusta Grill™ & Press – (BGR250BSS)

Breville’s The Adjusta Grill™ & Press - (BGR250BSS)

Features

This 2-slice sandwich maker is designed for more than just toasted sandwiches thanks to its open design. Make more hot treats like toasted wraps, a warm panini and even whip up things like pancakes, fried eggs and a steak on the rapid heating, non-stick cooking plates. The maker’s adjustable cooking height with 7 height settings means you can customise how close or far the top plate is, helpful when you want perfectly cooked dishes without flattening them.

Ease of Use

This Breville Adjusta Grill™ & Press features flat and ribbed plates, making it suitable for sandwiches, wraps, pancakes, eggs and grilled protein. Once you’ve added your foods, just twist the control knob to assign either the ‘sandwich’ or ‘sear’ setting and slide the side height adjuster to your needs to achieve great cooking results without squishing your ingredients and food.

Results

Enjoy toasted sandwiches and foods cooked to perfection without flattening or overflowing filling thanks to the height adjustable top plate. The Adjusta Grill™ & Press’s removable drip tray is dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning.

Sandwich press with adjustable top plate

For Cooking With Customizable Heat Levels: You Need Breville’s The Temp Adjust™ Sandwich Press – (LSG842MTB2IAN1)

Breville’s The Temp Adjust™ Sandwich Press

Features

This Breville 2-slice sandwich maker is powered by a 2000W heating element with open plate structures to cater to all types of foods such as toasted sandwiches, wraps, pancakes, eggs and grilled protein. Its temperature adjustment slider lets users customise heat levels to suit their cooking needs.

Ease of Use

Simply switch on, then add in your sandwich with fillings of your choice, and press down. Slide the adjustable heat control mechanism to achieve the cooking heat level to suit your food. Wait for the green ‘ready’ light to appear to know when toasting is done.

Results

Once your toasted sandwich or item looks done and it’s all crispy, just power off, gently retrieve and enjoy! The Temp Adjust™ Sandwich Press is easy to clean thanks to the non-stick plates. Just store away on its feet or vertically with the lock clip keeping the plates in place.

Breville 2-slice sandwich maker

For Making More Toasties In One Go: You Need Breville’s the Power Toastie™ 4-Slice Toastie Maker (LTS425GRY)

Breville’s the Power Toastie™ 4-Slice Toastie Maker (LTS425GRY)

Features

Breville’s the Power Toastie™ 4-Slice Toastie Maker is powered by a 2000W heating element, with its 4-slice capacity making it perfect for families and busy households. Its scissor action ensures even sealing and cutting of bread into jaffles that can be enjoyed by all members of the household.

Ease of Use

The intuitive control panel with indicator lights lets you know when the toastie maker is ready while the digital LED countdown timer is great for keeping track of cooking. The maker’s scissor action ensures even sealing and cutting of bread and for those times when you need extra browning, the “A Bit More™” button will do the trick!

Results

Once your toasted sandwiches/jaffles are all done, just power off, gently retrieve and enjoy! The Power Toastie™ 4-Slice Toastie Maker is easy to clean thanks to the non-stick plates. Just wipe away any mess and residue on the plates once they have cooled and store away.

4-Slice Toastie Maker

At a Glance: Breville Sandwich Makers

the Original 74’™ Jaffle Maker the Adjusta Grill™ & Press the Temp Adjust™ 2 Slice Sandwich Press the Power Toastie™ 4 Slice Toastie Maker
Breville Toastie Model
the Original 74’™ Jaffle Maker (BSG1974) the Adjusta Grill™ & Press (BGR250BSS0) the Temp Adjust™ 2 Slice Sandwich Press (LSG842MTB2IAN1) the Power Toastie™ 4 Slice Toastie Maker (LTS425GRY)
Capacity
2-slice 2-4 slice 2-slice 4-slice
Power
1000W 2200W 2000W 2000W
Non-Stick Plates
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Scissor Cutting
Yes No No Yes
Controls
No Control knob for ‘sandwich’ and ‘sear’, plate height adjustable slider Heat control slider Press buttons for start/cancel, ‘A Bit More’ and timer
Adjustable Functions
No Yes Yes Yes
Removable Drip Tray
No Yes No No
Warranty
2 year 1 year 1 year 1 year
Best Suited For
Smaller households and those after simple toastie making Home cooks making a variety of foods like toasties, grilled proteins, pancakes etc Home cooks and families after cooking customisation Families, share houses and bigger households cooking more portions

Craving the perfect toastie?

Have you found your perfect Breville sandwich maker? Perhaps you’ve opted for a maker that will help you make more than just toasted sandwiches? We hope with our Breville sandwich maker comparison guide, you’ve been able to find the one that suits your lifestyle and taste!

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FAQs

There's no significant difference between a toastie and a jaffle. Both refer to a grilled or toasted sandwich, often with a filling like cheese, ham, or vegetables. The term "jaffle" is more commonly used in Australia and New Zealand, while "toastie" is more widespread internationally. The preparation and ingredients can vary, but the core concept remains the same. One thing to note is that jaffle makers will differ from sandwich makers/press as jaffle makers feature grooves on the top and bottom hotplates which clamp and seal the edges to create a 'closed' toasted sandwich.

When buying a sandwich maker, consider the following factors:
  • Plate size: Choose a size that accommodates your desired sandwich dimensions.
  • Heating elements: Opt for models with even heat distribution for consistent cooking.
  • Non-stick coating: This prevents food from sticking and ensures easy cleaning.
  • Adjustable temperature: Allows you to customise the cooking process for different ingredients.
  • Additional features: Look for features like indicator lights, cord storage, and removable plates for convenience.

Sandwich makers work by using two heated plates to cook both sides of a sandwich simultaneously. The plates are typically non-stick coated to prevent food from sticking and are designed to press the sandwich together evenly.

To use a sandwich maker, simply place the sandwich ingredients between the plates, close the lid, and wait for the indicator light to signal that the sandwich is ready. The heated plates cook the sandwich from both sides, resulting in a crispy exterior and a warm, melted interior.

To keep your sandwich maker clean, unplug it, let it cool, remove plates (if applicable), wipe down the interior with a damp cloth, wash plates, dry thoroughly, and store. Follow the user manual for detailed cleaning instructions specific to your sandwich maker.

Sandwich makers, like other common consumer electronics, can be purchased at electronic retailers such as JB Hi-Fi, Betta, Bing Lee, The Good Guys, Retravision, E&S and Spartan. You can view the full list of retailers here.

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