Sweet and Savory Brie, Apple & Cranberry Grilled Cheese
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Sweet and Savory Brie, Apple & Cranberry Grilled Cheese. This unique take on a classic sandwich combines the creamy richness of brie cheese with the tartness of crisp apples and zesty cranberry sauce, making it a perfect choice for lunch or a cozy dinner. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, this grilled cheese is sure to impress family and friends at any gathering. Plus, it’s customizable—experiment with different fruits or spreads to make it your own!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of sourdough or whole grain bread
- 8 ounces of brie cheese, sliced
- 1 medium apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 4 tablespoons softened butter
- Optional: 1 tablespoon honey for drizzling, fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by slicing the brie and apple thinly.
- Spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side of two slices, layer brie, apple slices, and cranberry sauce.
- Top with the other bread slices, buttered side up.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill the sandwiches for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Serve warm, drizzled with honey and garnished with thyme if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (180g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg