Description
A fall-inspired grilled cheese sandwich with sharp cheddar, crisp apple slices, and a hint of Dijon mustard, grilled to golden perfection for the ultimate sweet-savory bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices bread (sourdough or rustic white work best)
- 4 tbsp butter, softened
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
- 1 crisp apple, thinly sliced
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Butter one side of each bread slice.
- Spread Dijon mustard on the unbuttered side of half the slices.
- Layer cheddar cheese and apple slices over the mustard-covered slices.
- Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side out.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook sandwiches for 3–4 minutes per side, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Serve hot, cut in halves for maximum gooeyness.
Notes
- Granny Smith apples add a tart contrast, while Honeycrisp brings extra sweetness.
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of red pepper flakes inside the sandwich.
- Use a panini press for an evenly crisped sandwich.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 8 mins
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: grilled cheese, apple cheddar sandwich, fall sandwich, easy lunch, vegetarian grilled cheese