Cinnamon Sugar Brie and Apple Grilled Cheese Recipe
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and savory with this Cinnamon Sugar Brie and Apple Grilled Cheese. Buttery brioche or sourdough bread is slathered with a cinnamon sugar butter, then layered with creamy Brie cheese, thinly sliced apples, and a drizzle of honey for a decadent twist on a classic grilled cheese sandwich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Bread:
- 4 slices of brioche or sourdough bread
Cinnamon Sugar Butter:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Filling:
- 1 crisp apple (like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith, thinly sliced)
- 4 ounces Brie cheese (rind removed, sliced)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Butter: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with the cinnamon and sugar until well combined.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread the cinnamon sugar butter on one side of each bread slice. Place two slices, buttered side down, on a skillet or griddle. Layer with sliced Brie and apple, dividing evenly between the sandwiches. Drizzle with honey if using. Top with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side up.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Cook over medium heat for 3–4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra crunch, try adding chopped pecans.
- Swap honey with maple syrup for a different flavor.
- Use a mandoline for uniformly thin apple slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
