Sweet and savory combinations have a way of creating a balanced flavor profile, and they work beautifully across many dishes. Recently, I made a batch of fresh blueberry jam and knew I had to find the perfect pairing for it. The rich, creamy brie immediately came to mind with its subtle flavor that would let the blueberry flavors stand out. This Blueberry Brie Grilled Cheese is a delicious twist on the classic American grilled cheese. Give this recipe a try and let me know what you think!
Grilled Cheese Popularity
The American classic grilled cheese became a popular meal during the Depression due to the financial instability of most Americans. Bread and American cheese were inexpensive ingredients that could create a reasonably nutritious meal.
About Brie
Brie is a soft cow’s milk cheese that originated in the Brie region of France. It has an addictive creamy texture and a pale yellow color, with a white rind. Brie has a mild flavor and is often served at room temperature, as the interior becomes soft and easily spreadable. Since Brie is often enjoyed with fruit jams, I thought it would make a great cheese for a grilled cheese sandwich with blueberry jam.
Blueberry Grilled Cheese Ingredients
Blueberry Jam: I will link my fresh blueberry jam recipe here.
Brie Cheese
2 slices Sourdough Bread: You can use other types of bread too!
Butter
Blueberry Grilled Cheese Instructions
Spread a generous layer of blueberry jam on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
Top the jam with slices of brie cheese.
Place the other slice of bread, jam side down, to form a sandwich.
Butter the outer sides of the sandwich.
Heat a pan over medium-low heat.
Add the sandwich to the pan and cook until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
Flip the sandwich and cook the other side until golden and the cheese is melted.
Blueberry Grilled Cheese
Ingredients
- Blueberry Jam
- Brie Cheese
- 2 slices Sourdough Bread
- Butter
Instructions
- Spread a generous layer of blueberry jam on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
- Top the jam with slices of brie cheese.
- Place the other slice of bread, jam side down, to form a sandwich.
- Butter the outer sides of the sandwich.
- Heat a pan over medium-low heat.
- Add the sandwich to the pan and cook until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
- Flip the sandwich and cook the other side until golden and the cheese is melted.
If you enjoyed this recipe, you might like this honey butter toast recipe.
