Description
Savor the delightful combination of creamy brie, tart apples, and a crispy cinnamon sugar crust in this elevated grilled cheese sandwich. Perfect for cozy evenings or a whimsical brunch, this dish will impress your friends and family with its explosion of flavors. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can create a gourmet experience that leaves everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz ripe brie cheese, cut into wedges
- 1 medium Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp cinnamon sugar mix (1 tbsp sugar + 1 tbsp cinnamon)
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Honey (optional for drizzling)
Instructions
- Slice the apple thinly and wedge the brie cheese.
- In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon and sugar until combined.
- Spread butter on one side of each sourdough slice. On the unbuttered side, layer brie, apple slices, and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Top with another slice of bread.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Grill sandwiches buttered-side down until golden brown (3-4 minutes). Flip and grill the other side until melted and golden (another 3-4 minutes).
- Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, slice diagonally, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (175g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg