Brie Chili Crisp Grilled Cheese (Print)

Golden toasted bread layered with creamy brie and spicy chili crisp for a gourmet bite.

# Ingredients:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices rustic sourdough or country bread

→ Dairy

02 - 6 oz brie cheese, rind on, sliced
03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

→ Condiments

04 - 2 to 3 tbsp chili crisp, adjust to taste

# Directions:

01 - Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each bread slice.
02 - Place two bread slices buttered side down on a clean work surface.
03 - Evenly arrange sliced brie over the unbuttered side of each bread slice.
04 - Spoon 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of chili crisp over the brie on each sandwich.
05 - Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing outward.
06 - Warm a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
07 - Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden and brie is melted.
08 - Remove sandwiches from heat; let rest for 1 minute before slicing and serving warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes gourmet but takes less time than ordering takeout, which feels like cheating in the best way.
  • The contrast between melting brie and crispy chili oil creates this addictive texture that keeps you reaching for another bite.
02 -
  • Medium-low heat is not optional—crank it too high and you'll have burnt bread surrounding a cold brie center, which is a tragedy I only recommend experiencing once.
  • Slicing the brie beforehand makes everything easier, but leaving the rind on keeps those slices from falling apart like they're auditioning for a melting experiment.
03 -
  • Buy good chili crisp—cheap versions taste thin and one-note, while the good stuff has complexity and actual texture with seeds and everything.
  • Don't skip the resting minute after cooking; it gives the cheese time to set so it stays inside the sandwich instead of sliding out when you bite into it.
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