Description
Apple and Cranberry Grilled Cheese is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory that elevates the classic comfort food to new heights. This scrumptious sandwich features gooey sharp cheddar cheese melted between crispy sourdough bread, paired with tart dried cranberries and crunchy apple slices. Perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner, this recipe is quick to prepare and easy to customize, ensuring everyone can enjoy its vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 2 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
- 1 medium fresh apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and slice the apple thinly.
- Butter one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer cheese, apple slices, and cranberries. Top with another slice of cheese before adding the second slice of bread, buttered side up.
- In a skillet over medium heat, grill until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes). Flip and cook the other side until golden and cheese melts (another 3-4 minutes).
- Let cool slightly before slicing in half and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (180g)
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg