Description
This fall-inspired grilled cheese combines buttery cinnamon-sugar crusted bread with creamy brie and crisp apple slices for the ultimate sweet-and-savory sandwich. The brie melts into silky perfection, while the apples stay tart and crunchy. It’s cozy, elegant, and irresistibly good — perfect for chilly afternoons or as a five-star snack.
Ingredients
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1 teaspoon (5 g) ground cinnamon
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2 teaspoons (8 g) granulated sugar
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4 slices thick-cut white bread
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1½ tablespoons (21 g) unsalted butter, softened
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1 Honeycrisp apple (or similar), thinly sliced
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4 oz (113 g) brie cheese, thinly sliced
Instructions
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Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, stir together the cinnamon and sugar.
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Prepare Bread: Butter one side of each bread slice. Generously sprinkle the buttered sides with the cinnamon sugar mix.
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Season Apples: Toss thin apple slices in any remaining cinnamon sugar.
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Assemble Sandwiches: Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on a heated grill pan or skillet. Top each with sliced brie and cinnamon-coated apple slices. Cover with the remaining bread, buttered side up.
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Grill: Cook over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden brown and the brie is melted.
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Serve: Slice and enjoy warm, optionally with a drizzle of honey or fig jam.
Notes
Brie rind is optional — it melts well either way.
Honeycrisp apples provide ideal crunch and tartness, but Fuji or Gala are great alternatives.
For extra indulgence, serve with honey or fig jam.
Avoid microwaving leftovers; reheat in a skillet or toaster oven to retain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling / Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: American