Blackberry Balsamic and Brie Grilled Cheese
Creamy, juicy, and a little bit tangy, this sandwich combines oozy melted Brie with fresh blackberries and balsamic on golden artisan bread.
Servings: 2 servings
Equipment
- Skillet
- Spatula
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 slices Artisan bread Slices should be about 1/2-inch thick.
- 4 oz Brie cheese Sliced thin for even melting.
- 1/2 cup Fresh blackberries Rinsed and patted dry.
- 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar Good quality for best flavor.
- 2 tbsp Butter Softened at room temperature for easy spreading.
- 1 tsp Fresh thyme Chopped, optional for garnish.
Instructions
- Lay out the 4 slices of artisan bread. Slice the Brie thinly so it melts quickly and evenly. Pat the blackberries dry with a paper towel.
- Spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on one side of each bread slice.
- Place two slices butter-side-down and arrange a layer of Brie cheese on the unbuttered surface.
- Scatter the fresh blackberries over the Brie and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
- Top each assembled half with the remaining bread slice, butter-side-out, and press gently.
- Warm a skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes. Test readiness by flicking a drop of water.
- Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook 3–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melty.
- Remove from the skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then slice in half and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, use room-temperature Brie and control moisture by patting blackberries dry.