Description
Melty brie cheese meets sweet apples and tart cranberries in this irresistible grilled cheese masterpiece. Crispy golden bread cradles rich, creamy flavors, offering you a gourmet twist on a classic comfort sandwich that sings with seasonal delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 slices whole-grain or sourdough bread
- 2 ounces (56 grams) brie cheese, sliced
- 1/2 apple, thinly sliced (Granny Smith or your choice)
Cheese and Spread:
- 2 tablespoons cranberry sauce
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (softened)
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet or griddle to medium temperature, ensuring an even cooking surface.
- Generously coat one side of each bread slice with softened butter for a golden, crispy exterior.
- Position the first bread slice butter-side down on the heated surface, creating a foundational layer for the sandwich.
- Arrange thin brie slices evenly across the bread, creating a creamy base for the additional ingredients.
- Spread a delicate layer of cranberry sauce over the brie, providing a tangy and sweet contrast.
- Carefully layer thinly sliced apple pieces atop the cranberry sauce, ensuring complete coverage.
- Crown the layered ingredients with the second bread slice, positioning the buttered side facing upward.
- Grill the sandwich for approximately 4-5 minutes, applying gentle pressure with a spatula to enhance crispiness.
- Flip the sandwich and continue cooking the opposite side until achieving a rich, golden-brown color and ensuring the brie is thoroughly melted.
- Optional: Delicately sprinkle fresh thyme leaves over the grilled sandwich to elevate the flavor profile.
- Remove from heat, slice diagonally, and serve immediately while warm, perfect as a lunch entree or sophisticated appetizer.
Notes
- Select a soft, creamy brie that melts smoothly for the best texture and flavor in your grilled cheese.
- Choose crisp, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to balance the rich cheese and add a refreshing crunch.
- Toast bread at medium-low heat to prevent burning while ensuring the cheese melts completely and develops a golden, crispy exterior.
- Customize the sandwich for dietary needs by using gluten-free bread, dairy-free cheese alternatives, or adding protein like sliced turkey for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg