Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and savory with this Blackberry Balsamic and Brie Grilled Cheese. This gourmet sandwich features creamy brie cheese, tangy blackberry jam infused with balsamic vinegar, all grilled to gooey perfection between slices of artisan bread. A delightful twist on a classic favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices sourdough or artisan bread
- 6 ounces brie cheese, sliced (rind on or off per preference)
- 1/2 cup blackberry jam or preserves
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries (optional)
- Arugula or baby spinach (optional for added greens)
Ingredients:
Instructions
- Mix the Blackberry Balsamic: Combine blackberry jam and balsamic vinegar in a bowl.
- Prepare the Jam: Mash fresh blackberries slightly and mix into the jam.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread jam mixture on bread slices. Layer brie, greens, and top with bread.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Butter the outsides, grill until golden and brie is melted.
- Serve: Rest for a minute, slice, and enjoy!
Notes
- For added crunch, try walnuts or pecans in the sandwich.
- Experiment with fig jam or raspberry preserves as substitutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
