Brie and Apple Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Golden sourdough with melted Brie and crisp apple slices offers a creamy, balanced melt.

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

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The Brie melts into this silky, luxurious center while the apple keeps each bite bright and interesting.
  • It comes together in about 15 minutes but tastes like you've been fussing over it all morning.
  • People are always surprised when you tell them it's just four simple ingredients—they expect something more complicated.
02 -
  • Don't skip the resting step—I learned this the hard way when I cut into one too quickly and the whole thing fell apart.
  • Medium-low heat is your friend; high heat will char the bread before the cheese has a chance to actually melt.
03 -
  • Chill your Brie before slicing so it doesn't tear, and use a warm knife for clean cuts.
  • The butter needs to actually touch the skillet for that golden-brown crust—don't be shy about it.
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