Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Blackberry Balsamic and Brie Grilled Cheese, a gourmet twist on the classic sandwich. This recipe features a luscious blackberry balsamic jam paired with creamy brie cheese, nestled between perfectly toasted sourdough bread. Ideal for casual lunches, elegant brunches, or cozy dinners, this dish is quick to prepare and sure to impress. With its unique sweet and savory profile, it’s perfect for any occasion—whether enjoyed alone or as part of a lavish spread.
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
- Prepare the blackberry balsamic jam by combining blackberries, balsamic vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil then simmer for 7-10 minutes until thickened. Set aside.
- Slice brie into ½ inch pieces. Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Butter one side of four slices of bread and place them butter-side down in the skillet. Top with brie and cook until melted and golden brown.
- Spread blackberry jam on the remaining bread slices and place them jam-side down on top of the brie. Butter the tops before flipping to cook until both sides are golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing in half and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg