Blackberry Brie Prosciutto Grilled Cheese

Inspired by @naughtyfork and part of Sandwich Sundays, this grilled cheese combines creamy brie, melty white American cheese, salty prosciutto, and a homemade…

Blackberry Brie Prosciutto Grilled Cheese FAQs

Can I use frozen blackberries?

Yes, you can use frozen blackberries. Just thaw them before cooking to avoid excess water in the compote.

What can I substitute for brie?

You can use camembert or a creamy goat cheese as a substitute for brie.

Can I use a different type of bread?

Yes, any sturdy bread like ciabatta or multigrain can work well for this recipe.

How do I prevent the sandwich from getting soggy?

Make sure the blackberry compote is cooled before spreading it on the sandwich to avoid excess moisture.

Can I make this sandwich vegetarian?

Yes, simply omit the prosciutto and add more basil or a vegetarian protein like grilled mushrooms.

Blackberry Brie Prosciutto Grilled Cheese

Inspired by @naughtyfork and part of Sandwich Sundays, this grilled cheese combines creamy brie, melty white American cheese, salty prosciutto, and a homemade…

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Lunch

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup fresh blackberries
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• salt
• 4 sourdough
• 2 tbsp softened butter
• 6 oz brie sliced
• 6 white American cheese
• 4 prosciutto thin slices
• 6 leaves fresh basil torn
• 1 tsp honey or hot honey

Method

 

Make the blackberry compote

1. Add blackberries, honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt to a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
2. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally and gently mashing the berries, until thick and jammy.
3. Remove from the heat and let it cool while you prepare the grilled cheese.

Assemble and cook the grilled cheese

1. Butter one side of each slice of sourdough.
2. Place two slices butter-side down in a skillet.
3. Layer with brie, American cheese, and prosciutto.
4. Top with the remaining bread, butter-side up.
5. Cook over medium-low heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheeses are melted.
6. Open up the sandwich and spread a generous spoonful of blackberry compote, then add the basil leaves.
7. Coat one side of the bread in honey and flip to caramelize, cooking for another 1 to 2 minutes.

Notes

• For a spicier kick, use hot honey instead of regular honey.
• Make sure to cook the grilled cheese on medium-low heat to avoid burning the bread before the cheese melts.
• You can prepare the blackberry compote ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to a week.