Apple Butter Brie Grilled Cheese Recipe
This Apple Butter Brie Grilled Cheese sandwich combines the rich creaminess of Brie cheese with the sweet, fruity flavor of apple butter and fresh apple slices. Enhanced with fragrant thyme, it’s a sophisticated twist on a classic comfort food, perfect for a cozy lunch or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons apple butter
- 4 ounces Brie cheese, rind trimmed and sliced
- 1 small apple, thinly sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Preheat Cooking Surface: Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat to prepare for grilling the sandwiches.
- Prepare Bread: Spread a thin layer of softened unsalted butter on one side of each slice of sourdough bread thoroughly to ensure crisply toasted golden edges when cooked.
- Layer Spread and Cheese: On the unbuttered sides of two slices of bread, spread 1 tablespoon of apple butter evenly on each slice.
- Add Brie and Optional Ingredients: Place the sliced Brie cheese evenly over the apple butter on each slice. Then arrange the thin apple slices on top, followed by sprinkling the fresh thyme leaves for a subtle herbal aroma.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Place the remaining bread slices on top of the prepared slices, ensuring the buttered sides face outward for perfect grilling.
- Cook Sandwiches: Transfer the sandwiches to the preheated skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula to encourage even browning and to help melt the Brie cheese inside.
- Finish and Serve: Once the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted to a creamy texture, remove from the skillet. Slice as desired and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use sourdough bread for a hearty texture and tangy flavor complementing the sweet apple butter.
- Granny Smith apples add a tart contrast while Honeycrisp lend extra sweetness; choose based on your preference.
- Softened butter spreads more easily and helps achieve an even, crispy crust.
- Fresh thyme is optional but adds a wonderful aromatic note to the sandwich.
- Press sandwiches gently during cooking to ensure even melting of the Brie and a compact sandwich.
- Serve warm immediately after cooking to enjoy the Brie in its melty state.
Keywords: Apple Butter, Brie, Grilled Cheese, Sourdough, Comfort Food, Sandwich, Fall Recipe
