Brie Apple Grilled Cheese (Print)

A flavorful sandwich featuring Brie cheese and crisp apple slices on golden sourdough bread.

# What you'll need:

→ Bread and Cheese

01 - 4 slices sourdough bread
02 - 120 g (4 oz) Brie cheese, rind removed if desired, sliced

→ Fruits

03 - 1 small crisp apple (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), cored and thinly sliced

→ Spreads and Fats

04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# How To Make It:

01 - Spread the softened butter evenly on one side of each sourdough slice.
02 - Place two slices, buttered side down, on a work surface and layer half of the Brie cheese on each.
03 - Distribute the thin apple slices evenly over the Brie layers.
04 - Layer the remaining Brie cheese on top of the apple slices.
05 - Cover with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing up.
06 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
07 - Remove sandwiches from the skillet, let rest for 1 minute, slice, and serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The buttery sourdough creates the perfect crunch while protecting the creamy Brie inside
  • Thin apple slices add a refreshing brightness that cuts through the rich cheese
  • Ready in under 20 minutes but tastes like something from a fancy bistro
  • Customizable with different apples and breads for endless variations
02 -
  • Medium low heat is your friend here high heat burns the bread before the cheese melts
  • Slicing the apple paper thin is crucial otherwise they slip out when you take a bite
  • A cast iron skillet gives the best crust but nonstick works perfectly fine
03 -
  • Use a chefs knife to slice the Brie its soft and a serrated knife can drag through the creaminess
  • Place a light weight on top of the sandwich while cooking for maximum cheese to bread contact
  • Let the apple slices soak in lemon water for 5 minutes if making ahead to prevent browning
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