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Blackberry Balsamic and Brie Grilled Cheese Recipe

Blackberry Balsamic and Brie Grilled Cheese Recipe
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This Blackberry Balsamic and Brie Grilled Cheese is a decadent twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich. Featuring a luscious blackberry balsamic jam paired with creamy double cream brie and fragrant fresh thyme, this recipe balances sweet, tangy, and savory flavors beautifully. Perfect for a gourmet lunch or a cozy dinner, it’s an elegant yet simple sandwich that highlights high-quality ingredients with a unique flavor combination.

Ingredients

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Blackberry Balsamic Jam

  • 2 cups blackberries
  • 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 6 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • Pinch of kosher salt

Main Ingredients

  • 300 g double cream brie cheese, sliced ½ inch thick
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
  • 8 slices sourdough bread
  • Butter, as needed for frying

Instructions

  1. Make the blackberry balsamic jam: In a saucepan, combine blackberries, balsamic vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of kosher salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to simmer. Use a wooden spoon or potato masher to crush the berries as they cook.
  2. Simmer until thickened: Let the mixture simmer for 7 to 10 minutes until it reduces to a thick jam consistency. Remember, it will thicken more as it cools. Transfer the jam to a small bowl and allow it to cool completely.
  3. Prepare the brie and skillet: Slice the brie into ½ inch thick pieces. Heat a skillet on medium heat, ensuring it’s warm but not too hot to avoid burning the bread before the cheese melts. Depending on skillet size, cook the sandwiches in batches if necessary.
  4. Butter and assemble first bread slice: Spread butter on one side of four bread slices. Place these slices butter side down in the pan, then layer the brie slices on top. Cook gently until the brie softens and the bread turns golden brown. Sprinkle the brie with chopped fresh thyme.
  5. Add blackberry jam and top bread: Spread a generous layer of cooled blackberry jam on the remaining four bread slices. Place the jam side down over the melted brie slices. Butter the top side of the bread and carefully flip the entire sandwich.
  6. Finish grilling the sandwich: Continue cooking until the bottom bread slice is golden brown and the brie is fully melted, adjusting heat as needed to avoid burning.
  7. Rest and serve: Transfer the grilled sandwiches onto a cutting board. Let them cool for a couple of minutes, then cut each sandwich in half with a sharp knife. Serve warm and enjoy the delicious blend of creamy brie and sweet-tangy blackberry jam!

Notes

  • Use ripe blackberries for the best flavor and natural sweetness in the jam.
  • Double cream brie offers the perfect creaminess, but you can substitute with regular brie if needed.
  • Adjust sugar quantity in the jam according to your taste preference; less sugar for a tarter jam.
  • Do not overheat the pan to prevent burning the bread before the cheese melts.
  • For a crispier sandwich, press down gently with a spatula during cooking.
  • Best served immediately for the perfect melty texture.
  • Leftover jam can be refrigerated for up to one week and used in desserts or on toast.

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Keywords: blackberry grilled cheese, brie sandwich, balsamic jam, gourmet grilled cheese, fruit and cheese sandwich

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