Description
Apple-Gouda Grilled Cheese with Sage Butter is a warm, savory-sweet sandwich that combines crisp apples, creamy melted Gouda, and aromatic sage butter toasted between hearty whole grain bread. It’s rich, comforting, and perfectly balanced between sweet and savory.
Ingredients
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 1 medium apple, thinly sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 4 oz Gouda cheese, sliced
- Optional: turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- For the Sage Butter:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter with chopped sage, salt, and pepper to make sage butter.
- Spread sage butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Place two slices of bread butter-side down in the skillet.
- Layer Gouda cheese, apple slices, and optional turkey bacon on top.
- Top with remaining bread slices, butter-side up.
- Cook until golden brown, about 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently.
- Remove from heat, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- Granny Smith apples add a tangy contrast, while Honeycrisp adds sweetness.
- Low heat helps the cheese melt evenly without burning the bread.
- You can add a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American