Save A festive and indulgent twist on classic grilled cheese, featuring creamy Brie, crisp apples, and a drizzle of honey, styled to resemble a Christmas candle—perfect for holiday gatherings.
A festive and indulgent twist on classic grilled cheese, featuring creamy Brie, crisp apples, and a drizzle of honey, styled to resemble a Christmas candle perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- Bread: 4 slices sourdough or brioche bread
- Cheese & Filling: 120 g Brie cheese, sliced, 1 small crisp apple (such as Granny Smith) thinly sliced, 2 tbsp honey
- Butter: 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened
- Garnish (for candle effect optional): 2 small strips roasted red bell pepper (for flame), 2 thin chive stems (for wick)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Step 2:
- Lightly butter one side of each bread slice.
- Step 3:
- Place two slices, buttered side down, onto a clean surface. Layer Brie slices evenly, followed by apple slices. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey over each.
- Step 4:
- Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side up, pressing gently.
- Step 5:
- Grill sandwiches for 34 minutes per side, or until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted. Press gently with a spatula to seal.
- Step 6:
- To style as Christmas candles, trim the sandwiches edges for a clean rectangle, then stand each upright. Use a roasted pepper strip as the flame and a chive as the wick.
- Step 7:
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Save Perfect to share during cozy holiday gatherings with family and friends.
Notes
For extra crunch, add a few chopped walnuts between the cheese and apple. Swap honey for fig jam for a different flavor. Pair with a crisp winter salad or mulled wine.
Required Tools
Large skillet or griddle, Spatula, Sharp knife, Small spoon (for honey)
Nutritional Information
Calories 430, Total Fat 20 g, Carbohydrates 48 g, Protein 13 g per serving.
Save This grilled cheese is a festive treat that makes holiday meals extra special and comforting.
Kitchen Questions
- → What type of bread works best?
Sourdough or brioche bread is ideal for its sturdy texture and rich flavor, which hold the filling well during grilling.
- → How can I achieve the candle effect?
Trim the sandwich edges into a neat rectangle. Use strips of roasted red pepper as the flame and chive stems as the wick to mimic a Christmas candle.
- → Can I replace honey with another sweetener?
Fig jam makes a delicious alternative that complements the creamy Brie and crisp apples nicely for a different flavor profile.
- → What is the best way to grill these sandwiches?
Grill over medium heat for about 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula to melt the cheese and toast the bread to golden brown.
- → Are there any optional ingredients for added texture?
Adding chopped walnuts between the Brie and apple layers provides extra crunch and a nutty flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients.
- → What drinks pair well with this dish?
A crisp winter salad or warm mulled wine enhances the festive flavors and balances the richness of the grilled sandwich.