The Charcuterie Sandwich
This charcuterie sandwich is basically a charcuterie board between two slices of sourdough. Golden toasted bread gets topped with bubbly broiled brie, salty prosciutto, crisp honeycrisp apple, peppery arugula and a generous drizzle of hot honey. It is crunchy, salty, sweet, melty and absolutely loaded with flavor.
It comes together in about 15 minutes and is one of my favorite Sandwich Sundays. Love brie? Try my Blackberry Brie Prosciutto Grilled Cheese.
Why You’ll Love This Charcuterie Sandwich
- Sweet, salty, crunchy and melty in every bite.
- Bubbly broiled brie on golden sourdough.
- Hot honey that ties it all together.
- Ready in 15 minutes.
Ingredients for a Charcuterie Sandwich
The Bread
Sourdough toasted in butter.
The Fillings
Sliced brie, prosciutto, thinly sliced honeycrisp apple and arugula lightly dressed with olive oil, salt and pepper.
The Finish
A generous drizzle of hot honey.
Swap note: Use gluten-free bread for a gluten-free sandwich. Skip the prosciutto for vegetarian, and mix honey with chili flakes if you do not have hot honey.
How to Make a Charcuterie Sandwich
Step 1: Toast the bread
Butter one side of each slice of sourdough and toast in a skillet over medium heat until golden and crispy.
Step 2: Broil the brie
Lay the brie on two of the toasted slices and broil 1 to 2 minutes until bubbly and melty, watching closely.
Step 3: Layer the fillings
Layer on the prosciutto, apple slices and dressed arugula.
Step 4: Add hot honey and serve
Drizzle generously with hot honey, top with the remaining bread, slice and serve.
Carly’s Expert Tips
- Watch the broiler. Brie goes from melty to burnt quickly.
- Slice the apple thin with a sharp knife so it layers evenly.
- Dress the arugula lightly so it stays crisp.
- Quick hot honey: mix honey with a pinch of chili flakes.
Make It Your Own
- Fig jam: Spread fig jam on the bread.
- Pear: Swap the apple for thinly sliced pear.
- Salami: Use Genoa salami instead of prosciutto.
- Goat cheese: Use goat cheese instead of brie.
Make-Ahead and Meal Prep: Slice the apple (tossed in a little lemon juice) and dress the arugula up to a few hours ahead. Assemble right before eating.
What to Serve With a Charcuterie Sandwich
Serve with kettle chips, grapes, a simple salad or Lemon Feta Dill Bread Dipping Oil with extra bread.
Storing and Reheating
This sandwich is best eaten fresh.
Store leftover fillings separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.
What People Ask About Charcuterie Sandwich
What bread is best for a charcuterie sandwich?
Sourdough is my favorite, but ciabatta or baguette also work.
Can I make a charcuterie sandwich ahead?
It is best fresh, but you can prep the fillings ahead.
What can I use instead of hot honey?
Regular honey with a pinch of chili flakes.
What cheese goes in a charcuterie sandwich?
Brie is classic, but Camembert or goat cheese work too.
The Charcuterie Sandwich
Ingredients
Method
- Butter one side of each slice of sourdough and toast in a skillet over medium heat until golden and crispy.
- Lay the brie slices on two of the toasted slices and place them in the oven under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes until bubbly and melty. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Remove from the oven and layer on the prosciutto, apple slices, and dressed arugula.
- Drizzle generously with hot honey.
- Top with the remaining slices of sourdough, slice in half, and serve.
Nutrition
Notes
- Watch the brie closely under the broiler to prevent it from burning.
- Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the honeycrisp apple for even layering.
- If you don’t have hot honey, mix honey with a pinch of chili flakes for a quick substitute.
