Brie Apple Honey Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Creamy Brie and crisp apple meet honey in a warm, festive sandwich ideal for holiday gatherings.

# Ingredient List:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough or brioche bread

→ Cheese & Filling

02 - 120 grams Brie cheese, sliced
03 - 1 small crisp apple (such as 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)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat 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 cheese evenly, then add apple slices. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey over each layered bread.
04 - Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side up, pressing gently to seal.
05 - Cook sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until bread is golden brown and cheese melts, pressing gently with a spatula to seal edges.
06 - Trim sandwich edges to form clean rectangles, stand upright, then garnish with roasted red pepper strips as flames and chive stems as wicks.
07 - Serve the sandwiches warm and enjoy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy Brie pairs perfectly with crisp apples
  • Fun and festive presentation for the holidays
02 -
  • Use crisp apples like Granny Smith to balance the richness of Brie
  • Optional walnuts add extra crunch and texture
03 -
  • Butter the bread evenly to ensure a golden crust
  • Use medium heat to melt cheese without burning the bread
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