Description
If you’re on the hunt for a unique take on comfort food, try this Blackberry Balsamic and Brie Grilled Cheese. This mouthwatering sandwich features crispy sourdough bread enveloping rich brie cheese and a homemade blackberry balsamic jam that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy get-togethers, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Enjoy it any time of year, whether it’s a rainy day at home or a sunny picnic in the park.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups blackberries
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 6 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 300 g double cream brie cheese
- 8 slices sourdough bread
- Butter (as needed)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine blackberries, balsamic vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 7-10 minutes until thickened. Transfer to a bowl to cool.
- Slice brie cheese into ½-inch thick pieces.
- Heat skillet over medium heat and butter one side of four slices of sourdough bread. Place butter-side down in the skillet, top with brie slices.
- Spread cooled blackberry jam on remaining bread slices and place them jam-side down over the brie. Butter the top side.
- Cook until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted. Slice in half and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 60mg