Description
Elevate your grilled cheese game with this Brie, Apple & Cranberry Grilled Cheese, a gourmet twist on a classic. Creamy brie, tart apple slices, and sweet cranberry sauce are layered between buttery, golden-brown bread. Perfect for cozy lunches, quick dinners, or elegant appetizers, this sandwich is as comforting as it is impressive.
Ingredients
- Whole-grain or sourdough bread: 2 slices
- Unsalted butter (softened): 1 tbsp
- Brie cheese (sliced): 2 oz
- Cranberry sauce: 2 tbsp
- Apple (thinly sliced): ½ (Granny Smith or your choice)
- Fresh thyme (optional): 1 tsp
Instructions
- Preheat the Skillet
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat to ensure even toasting and melting.
- Butter the Bread
- Spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice. This side will toast to golden perfection.
- Layer the Ingredients
- Place one slice of bread, butter-side down, on the skillet.
- Layer the brie slices evenly on top.
- Spread cranberry sauce over the brie.
- Add a single layer of thinly sliced apples.
- Sprinkle fresh thyme (optional) for added flavor.
- Top and Grill
- Place the second slice of bread on top, butter-side up.
- Grill the sandwich for 4-5 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula. The bread should turn golden and crispy while the cheese melts.
- Slice and Serve
- Remove from the skillet and let cool for a minute.
- Slice diagonally for an elegant presentation. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Bread Selection: Use sturdy bread like sourdough or whole-grain for the best texture.
- Cheese Choice: Opt for a ripe, creamy brie to ensure a gooey melt.
- Apple Types: Tart Granny Smiths add balance, but sweet varieties like Honeycrisp or Fuji work well too.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch/Dinner/Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American