Balsamic Blackberry Brie Grilled Cheese
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Balsamic Blackberry Brie Grilled Cheese, a gourmet twist on a classic favorite. This elevated sandwich features juicy blackberries simmered with tangy balsamic vinegar and sweet honey, layered with rich, creamy brie cheese. With a crispy artisan bread exterior and a melty interior, each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and savory goodness. Ideal for a quick lunch or an impressive dish for gatherings, this recipe takes only 20 minutes to prepare, making it a fantastic addition to your culinary repertoire.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices sourdough or artisan bread
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 4 oz brie cheese, thinly sliced
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine blackberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Place two slices in the skillet, buttered-side down. Layer with brie, add blackberry mixture, top with more brie, then cover with remaining slices (buttered-side up).
- Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg