Blackberry & Brie Grilled Cheese with Candied Lemons Recipe
A luxurious twist on classic grilled cheese, this sandwich pairs creamy brie and juicy blackberries with golden toasted bread and candied lemon slices for an elegant sweet-savory balance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Modern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 2 slices brioche or sourdough bread
Cheese and Filling:
- 3 oz brie cheese, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries
- 1 tsp butter
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Candied Lemons:
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Candied Lemons: In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a simmer, then add lemon slices. Simmer gently for 15 minutes until translucent. Remove and let cool on parchment paper.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Butter one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side, layer brie, blackberries, and a drizzle of honey if using. Sprinkle a tiny pinch of salt.
- Cook the Sandwich: Close sandwich with the other slice of bread, buttered side facing out. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook sandwich 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Serve: Top with candied lemon slices before serving.
Notes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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