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Apple Butter Grilled Cheese

Apple Butter Grilled Cheese that Will Melt Your Heart

Delight in this Apple Butter Grilled Cheese, where savory and sweet merge into a cozy dish perfect for any lunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 4 slices Whole-Grain Bread Substitute with gluten-free bread if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Butter Choose a brand with minimal additives or make homemade for a personal touch.
  • 4 slices Sharp Cheddar Cheese Substitute with Gouda for nuttiness or Brie for an extra indulgent twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use salted butter if unsalted is unavailable.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Omit for a simpler flavor profile.
  • 1 medium Sliced Apples Omit if you're looking for a more traditional take.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • spatula
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Spread 1 tablespoon of softened unsalted butter evenly on one side of each slice of whole-grain bread.
  2. Lay one slice of bread, buttered side down, on a clean cutting board. Spread 2 tablespoons of apple butter on the unbuttered side.
  3. Layer on 2 slices of sharp cheddar cheese.
  4. If desired, add thinly sliced apples on top of the cheese and sprinkle with cinnamon.
  5. Top with the second slice of bread, buttered side facing up. Gently press down.
  6. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Carefully flip the sandwich to grill the other side for another 3-4 minutes.
  8. Remove from skillet and let it rest for about a minute before slicing in half.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use quality ingredients for best flavor and control the heat to avoid burning. Experiment with add-ins for a unique twist.

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