Spiced Apple Cinnamon Grilled Cheese (Print)

Sweet spiced apples and melty cheese tucked in golden, buttery bread, perfect for cozy lunches.

# Ingredients:

→ Bread & Dairy

01 - 4 slices sourdough or country bread
02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
04 - 2 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced

→ Apple Filling

05 - 1 large apple (e.g., Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), thinly sliced
06 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
07 - 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - Pinch ground nutmeg
10 - Pinch salt

# Directions:

01 - Melt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced apple, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes until the apples are tender but retain their shape. Remove from heat and set aside.
02 - Arrange the bread slices. Evenly spread the softened unsalted butter on one side of each slice. Place two slices, buttered-side down, on a clean surface. Layer half of the sharp cheddar cheese and half of the mozzarella cheese onto each of these slices. Distribute the prepared spiced apples evenly over the cheese. Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered-side up.
03 - Preheat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Carefully place the assembled sandwiches onto the hot surface. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side, applying gentle pressure with a spatula, until the bread achieves a golden-brown hue and the cheese is thoroughly melted and gooey.
04 - Slice the grilled sandwiches in half and serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses simple ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors
  • Adaptable to different cheeses and bread types
02 -
  • Perfect for meal prep make the apple filling ahead and store in the fridge for up to 3 days
  • Contains approximately 460 calories per serving making it a satisfying lunch option
  • Can be made gluten free by substituting your favorite GF bread
03 -
  • Always butter the bread not the pan for the most even golden crust
  • Let the cheese come to room temperature before assembling for optimal melting
  • Press down gently on the sandwich while cooking but not so hard that the fillings squeeze out

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