Brie Apple Grilled Cheese (Printable Copy)

Golden sourdough with creamy Brie and crisp apple slices melted to perfection.

# What You Need:

→ Bread and Cheese

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

→ Fruits

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

→ Spreads and Fats

04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# How to Make:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The way creamy brie melts into crisp apple slices creates this incredible sweet and savory contrast that feels fancy but takes minutes
  • Something magical happens when the buttery sourdough gets golden while the brie turns into this molten layer of goodness
02 -
  • Medium low heat is non negotiable because brie melts faster than the bread browns, and I have burned more sandwiches than I care to admit by rushing
  • Slicing the apples thin is crucial or they will not heat through before the bread burns, leaving you with cold crunchy spots
03 -
  • Use a spatula to press down gently while cooking so the bread makes even contact with the pan
  • If the brie is very cold, let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes for faster, more even melting
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