Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Blackberry Balsamic and Brie Grilled Cheese, a gourmet twist on a classic sandwich. This easy-to-make dish pairs the creamy richness of brie cheese with the sweet-tart goodness of homemade blackberry balsamic jam, all nestled between perfectly toasted sourdough slices. Ideal for lunch or casual dinner gatherings, this gourmet grilled cheese is visually appealing and packed with flavor. Enjoy it alongside fresh salads or warm soups for a well-rounded meal that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups blackberries
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 6 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 300 g double cream brie cheese
- 8 slices sourdough bread
- Butter (as needed)
- Fresh thyme (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine blackberries, balsamic vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, and salt. Bring to boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 7–10 minutes until thickened. Allow to cool.
- Slice brie cheese into ½ inch thick pieces.
- Heat a skillet on medium heat; butter one side of four bread slices and place them butter-side down in the pan.
- Layer brie slices on top and sprinkle with thyme; cook until bread is golden brown.
- Spread blackberry jam on the remaining bread slices and place them jam-side down over the brie. Butter the top and flip carefully to grill both sides until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg