Description
Crispy Blueberry Grilled Cheese is a deliciously creative spin on the classic grilled cheese sandwich. This mouthwatering recipe harmonizes the savory richness of melted white cheddar and mozzarella with the sweet, juicy burst of fresh blueberries, offering an unexpected yet delightful flavor experience. It’s perfect for brunch, a light lunch, or as an appetizer at your next gathering. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this unique dish that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether you’re serving it at home or bringing it to a picnic, this vibrant sandwich brings together textures and flavors that are simply irresistible.
Ingredients
- 1 pint fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 8 slices sourdough bread (1/4 inch thick)
- 4 oz white cheddar cheese (grated)
- 4 oz whole mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 4 tbsp butter
- Flaky sea salt (for finishing)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the blueberry filling by combining fresh blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon thyme in a mixing bowl. Gently mash to release juices while keeping some whole blueberries intact.
- Assemble each sandwich by layering half of the cheeses on four slices of sourdough bread, adding a generous spoonful of blueberry filling, topping with remaining cheese, and covering with another slice of bread.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt one tablespoon of butter. Cook two sandwiches until golden brown on one side (about 3-4 minutes), then flip and add more butter to cook the other side until crispy and melted.
- Remove from skillet, sprinkle lightly with flaky sea salt, slice if desired, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Use quality sourdough bread for optimal texture. Experiment with different cheeses for unique flavor combinations. Consider adding spinach or nuts for extra nutrition and crunch.