Description
Indulge in the ultimate gourmet grilled cheese experience with this Strawberry Balsamic Brie Grilled Cheese. Creamy brie cheese, fresh strawberries, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze come together between two slices of artisan bread for a sweet and savory lunch treat.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 8 slices artisan bread (such as sourdough or ciabatta)
- 6 oz brie cheese, rind removed and sliced
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (or reduced balsamic vinegar)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread and Fillings: Butter one side of each bread slice. Layer brie cheese, sliced strawberries, balsamic glaze, honey (if using), and a pinch of salt on 4 slices. Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side out.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Grill the sandwiches for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown and crispy with melted cheese.
- Serve: Let the sandwiches rest for 1 minute before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
Notes:
- Opt for high-quality brie for a creamy melt.
- Enhance with fresh basil or arugula for added flavor.
- Consider roasting the strawberries for a deeper taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
