Description
This Cinnamon Sugar Brie and Apple Grilled Cheese is a warm, gooey twist on the classic. Creamy brie and crisp apple slices are layered between buttery cinnamon-sugar bread, then grilled until golden and melty. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and savory — ideal for brunch, lunch, or a cozy snack.
Ingredients
8 slices bread (brioche, sourdough, or white bread)
2 tbsp butter, softened
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
8 oz brie cheese, sliced (rind optional)
1–2 apples (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith), thinly sliced
Optional: drizzle of honey or fig jam for serving
Instructions
Mix cinnamon sugar: In a small bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
Butter the bread: Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Press the buttered sides into the cinnamon sugar to coat.
Assemble sandwiches: On the unbuttered (non-sugar-coated) side, layer slices of brie and thin apple slices. Optionally, add a drizzle of honey or a spread of fig jam. Top with another slice of bread, cinnamon-sugar side facing out.
Grill the sandwiches: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook sandwiches for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Serve: Slice and serve warm. Optional: dust with a little extra cinnamon sugar or serve with maple syrup or fruit preserves on the side.
Notes
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Brie melts best when sliced thinly and allowed to come to room temp before grilling.
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Swap brie for cream cheese or camembert if preferred.
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Tart apples like Granny Smith contrast nicely with the sweet cinnamon sugar.