Description
Honey Bliss Goat Cheese Grilled Cheese is an elevated comfort food sandwich featuring crispy buttery sourdough bread, creamy goat cheese, and a sweet drizzle of warm honey. This gourmet grilled cheese combines simple ingredients with optional fresh herbs or fruit slices for a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it an irresistible daily craving.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough or artisan bread
- 4–5 oz goat cheese (plain or herbed)
- 2 tbsp butter (softened)
- 2–3 tbsp honey (warm if thick)
Optional Add-ins
- Fresh thyme or rosemary
- Thin apple slices or pear slices
- Cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Prep the Bread: Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice. This buttered side will help achieve a crispy, golden crust when grilled.
- Build the Sandwich: Place the bread slices butter-side down onto a skillet heated over medium-low heat. Spread a generous layer of goat cheese over each slice. Add optional herbs like fresh thyme or rosemary, or thin slices of apple or pear for added flavor. Top each with the remaining bread slices, butter side facing up.
- Grill to Golden Perfection: Cook the sandwiches on medium-low heat for 3–4 minutes per side. Use a spatula to press lightly on the sandwiches occasionally to ensure even browning. The bread should be crispy and golden, and the goat cheese fully melted inside.
- Add Honey Bliss: Remove the grilled sandwiches from the skillet. Drizzle warm honey either over the top or inside before slicing the sandwiches. Serve immediately while warm and gooey.
Notes
- Use softened butter for easier spreading and better evenness.
- Warm the honey slightly if it is too thick to drizzle smoothly.
- Medium-low heat prevents burning the bread before the cheese melts.
- Optional herbs and fruits add complexity: fresh thyme or rosemary add earthiness, while apple or pear slices add a fresh sweetness and crunch.
- For a stronger flavor, try herbed goat cheese instead of plain.