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    Brie Grilled Cheese

    Published: Nov 3, 2022 · Modified: Feb 2, 2023 by Kathleen Hansen · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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    Brie Grilled Cheese elevates the classic grilled sandwich! Brie becomes super gooey when melted and it pairs well with prosciutto, apple slices, and many other filling options. Serve on its own for a quick lunch or pair with a soup or salad to round out the meal.

    stack of brie grilled cheese sandwich halves
    Jump to:
    • Why I Love It:
    • Ingredients and Equipment
    • Step by Step Instructions
    • Substitutions
    • Variations - Grilled Cheese Add-Ins
    • Leftovers and Storage
    • Recipe Tips
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Serving Ideas
    • Other Ways to Use Brie Cheese
    • Recipe
    • Reviews

    Why I Love It:

    • Gooey and Melty Cheese - Brie melts so well on the sandwich and turns into a creamy, gooey consistency.
    • Prosciutto and Apple Additions - Although you can omit and just do cheese, I love the added texture!
    • Customizable - I give lots of other ideas of ingredients to add to your brie grilled cheese.
    grilled cheese sandwich in cast iron skillet

    Ingredients and Equipment

    • Sliced Bread - Use a hearty artisan or sourdough bread for best results
    • Softened Butter - To spread on the bread slices before cooking
    • Brie Cheese - You'll thinly slice it. I also like using brie cheese in this fruit charcuterie board or in this Baked Brie with Jam recipe.
    • Apple - You can skip this, but I love the added texture!
    • Prosciutto - This is also optional but it pairs perfectly with the brie.
    • Skillet - I like to use a cast iron skillet, but any skillet will do.
    brie grilled cheese cut in half on a plate

    Step by Step Instructions

    1. Butter Bread - Butter one side of two slices of bread with the softened butter.
    2. Layer Sandwich - Add a layer of brie cheese slices to the non-buttered side of a slice of bread, top with the apple slices, prosciutto, and a drizzle of honey, if using. Add the second piece of bread, butter-side up.
    3. Cook Grilled Cheese - Heat up a skillet to medium heat (medium-low if your burners run hot) and add the sandwich, butter side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bread is golden brown then carefully flip it over. I like to add a lid at this point and cook for 1-2 more minutes so they other side gets golden brown and the cheese melts fully.
    4. Enjoy - Allow to cool for just a minute then cut in half and enjoy!
    prosciutto slices on brie
    brie slices on bread
    apple slices layered on prosciutto
    butter smeared bread slice

    Substitutions

    • Other Cheese - You can swap in another melting cheese like Havarti, American, and more!
    • Mayo for the Butter - I prefer to make grilled cheese with butter, but I know many people love to spread mayonnaise on the bread slices instead.

    Variations - Grilled Cheese Add-Ins

    While a Brie Grilled Cheese is great on its own, I love to level up by adding a few of the below add-ins to the sandwich:

    • Prosciutto Slices
    • Leftover Shredded Turkey
    • Cranberry Sauce
    • Shredded Chicken
    • Thinly Sliced Apples
    • Thinly Sliced Pears
    • Jam
    • Honey
    • Arugula
    stack of brie grilled cheese halves with melted cheese showing

    Leftovers and Storage

    Although any grilled hot sandwich is best served immediately, you can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. I recommend removing the apple slices so they don't brown. You can eat the sandwich cold from the fridge, or reheat in a skillet on the stove.

    Recipe Tips

    • Cook over Medium - In order to give time for the cheese to melt without burning the outside of the bread, it's best to cook a grilled cheese over medium (even medium-low if your stove runs hot).
    • Using a lid - Using a lid at the end will help make sure the cheese is fully melted.
    • No Need to Remove the Rind - I know that not everyone likes to eat the brie rind/skin when served cold on a cheese board, but in the grilled cheese it melts into the rest of the cheese so it's not noticeable.
    • Make in the Air Fryer - You can also use your air fryer to make this grilled cheese, check out this air fryer grilled cheese recipe!
    close up of melted brie grilled cheese sandwiches with prosciutto and apple

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What cheese goes well with brie?

    If you want to add other cheese to pair with the brie, a mild flavored cheese like mozzarella or havarti pair well so that the flavor of the brie still shines through.

    Should you eat brie skin?

    The brie skin or rind can be eaten! The rind protects the soft cheese and adds a slight earthy flavor. When brie is eaten cold or room temperature, some do prefer to cut off the rind but when the brie is warmed and melted the rind melts right in.

    Should you heat brie cheese?

    Brie can be eaten cold (although at least room temperature is recommended), but it is a great cheese to heat up and melt! It melts into a creamy, gooey texture.

    grilled cheese sandwich halves on a plate

    Serving Ideas

    If you want to round out your lunch or dinner, try pairing this recipe with one or two of the below:

    • Tomato Soup - This is a CLASSIC pairing!
    • Brussels sprout Salad with Pears
    • Apple Pecan Harvest Salad

    Other Ways to Use Brie Cheese

    • Cold/Room Temperature on a Cheese Board
    • Baked in Puff Pastry
    • Paired with fruit for a snack
    • Melted on top of crostini
    • Mini Puff Pastry Brie Bites

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    Brie Grilled Cheese

    stack of brie grilled cheese with an apple
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    Brie Grilled Cheese elevates the classic grilled sandwich! Brie becomes super gooey when melted and it pairs well with prosciutto, apple slices, and many other filling options. Serve on its own for a quick lunch or pair with a soup or salad to round out the meal.

    • Author: Kathleen
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 5 minutes
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 1 sandwich
    • Category: Main, Sandwich
    • Method: Stove
    • Cuisine: American

    Ingredients

    • 2 pieces bread, artisan bread preferred
    • 1 tablespoons softened butter
    • 2-3 oz brie, sliced
    • 2-3 slices prosciutto
    • ¼ apple, thinly sliced

    Instructions

    1. Butter Bread - Butter one side of two slices of bread with the softened butter.
    2. Layer Sandwich - Add a layer of brie cheese slices to the non-buttered side of a slice of bread, top with the apple slices, prosciutto, and a drizzle of honey, if using. Add the second piece of bread, butter-side up.
    3. Cook Grilled Cheese - Heat up a skillet to medium heat (medium-low if your burners run hot) and add the sandwich, butter side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the bread is golden brown then carefully flip it over. I like to add a lid at this point and cook for 1-2 more minutes so they other side gets golden brown and the cheese melts fully.
    4. Enjoy - Allow to cool for just a minute or two then cut in half with a sharp knife and enjoy!

    Notes

    Leftovers - Although any grilled hot sandwich is best served immediately, you can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. I recommend removing the apple slices so they don't brown. You can eat the sandwich cold from the fridge, or reheat in a skillet on the stove.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
    • Calories: 647
    • Sugar: 7.3 g
    • Sodium: 1748.8 mg
    • Fat: 29.5 g
    • Carbohydrates: 60.5 g
    • Fiber: 2.9 g
    • Protein: 35 g
    • Cholesterol: 105.3 mg

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    1. Katie says

      March 18, 2023 at 9:31 pm

      As if I thought a regular grilled cheese could get any better?! so good!

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