Description
When cozy grilled cheese meets a mini cheese board! Creamy brie melts into sweet-tart raspberry jam with crisp apple slices and a whisper of thyme—all hugged by golden, butter-crisped sourdough. Fancy yet fuss-free, ready in 15 minutes, and guaranteed to make you feel like a kitchen rockstar. Rainy day? Movie night? Impress your guests or just treat yourself—this sandwich is your new flavor crush!
Ingredients
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4 slices sturdy sourdough bread
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5–6 oz brie cheese, sliced (rind optional)
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¼ cup raspberry jam (or fig jam)
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1 honeycrisp or gala apple, thinly sliced
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Pinch fresh or dried thyme
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4–5 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
1️⃣ Assemble: Spread jam on two bread slices. Layer brie, apple slices, and sprinkle thyme. Top with remaining bread. Press gently.
2️⃣ Butter & Grill: Brush outsides with melted butter. Heat skillet over medium. Grill sandwiches 3–4 mins per side, flipping once, until bread is golden and brie melts. Cover skillet for last 1–2 mins if needed.
3️⃣ Rest & Slice: Rest 2–3 mins before slicing diagonally—this keeps the ooze in check!
Notes
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Swap apples for pears or figs.
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Add crispy prosciutto or bacon.
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Try fig jam or orange marmalade for a twist.
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Add arugula or toasted walnuts for extra bite.
Nutrition
- Calories: 510 cal Per Sandwich
- Fat: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 17g