Description
Apple and Cranberry Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a delightful twist on a classic favorite. This sandwich features crispy whole grain bread enveloping layers of sharp cheddar cheese, sweet apple slices, and chewy dried cranberries. Perfectly melted cheese combined with the tartness of cranberries and freshness of apples creates an explosion of flavor in every bite. Ideal for cozy weekends or impressing guests, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Enjoy a warm, gooey treat that brings comfort on rainy days and makes any meal feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices whole grain bread
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 medium fresh apple (sliced)
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread generously.
- Place one slice butter-side down in the skillet and layer with half the cheddar cheese, apple slices, dried cranberries, and remaining cheddar cheese.
- Top with the second slice of bread, butter-side up.
- Grill for 3-4 minutes until golden brown; flip and grill the other side until crispy.
- Remove from heat, slice in half, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg