Brie Apple Honey Grilled Cheese (Printer View)

Golden grilled bread with Brie, crisp apple slices, and a touch of honey for holiday indulgence.

# Components:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough or brioche bread

→ Cheese & Filling

02 - 120 grams Brie cheese, sliced
03 - 1 small crisp apple (e.g., Granny Smith), thinly sliced
04 - 2 tablespoons honey

→ Butter

05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Garnish (optional)

06 - 2 small strips roasted red bell pepper (for flame)
07 - 2 thin chive stems (for wick)

# Method steps:

01 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
02 - Lightly butter one side of each bread slice.
03 - Place two bread slices buttered side down on a clean surface. Layer Brie evenly, then add apple slices. Drizzle 1 tablespoon honey over each.
04 - Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side up, and press gently to seal.
05 - Cook sandwiches 3 to 4 minutes per side until bread is golden and cheese melts, pressing gently with a spatula.
06 - Trim edges for a neat rectangle. Stand each sandwich upright and adorn with roasted pepper strip as flame and chive stem as wick.
07 - Serve sandwiches warm and enjoy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy Brie and crisp apples add delightful texture
  • Festive presentation perfect for holiday gatherings
02 -
  • For extra crunch, add a few chopped walnuts between the cheese and apple
  • Swap honey for fig jam for a different flavor
03 -
  • Use softened butter for easier spreading
  • Press sandwiches gently while grilling to ensure even melting
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