Apple Butter Brie Grilled Cheese
A delicious twist on a classic grilled cheese sandwich made with creamy Brie cheese, sweet apple butter, and fresh apple slices, providing a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
For the sandwich
- 4 slices sourdough bread Can substitute with whole grain, rye, or any preferred bread.
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened For spreading on bread.
- 2 tablespoons apple butter Adjust according to sweetness preference.
- 4 ounces Brie cheese, rind trimmed and sliced Can substitute with Camembert or Havarti.
- 1 small apple, thinly sliced Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended.
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves Dried thyme can be used in a pinch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients. Slice the Brie cheese if it's not pre-sliced and trim the rind from the cheese.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each sourdough slice.
- Flip two buttered slices so the unbuttered side is facing up. Spread 1 tablespoon of apple butter on each.
- Layer slices of Brie cheese evenly on top of the apple butter, add thin slices of apple, and sprinkle with fresh thyme.
- Top with the remaining two slices of bread, buttered sides facing out.
- Cook the sandwiches in the preheated skillet for 3-4 minutes on one side, pressing down with a spatula to help toast the bread and melt the cheese.
- Flip the sandwiches and cook for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown and melted inside.
- Remove from heat, slice each sandwich in half and serve immediately.
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Notes
Pair with a light salad or tomato soup for a delicious meal. Consider adding nuts or experimenting with different fruits in variations.