Description
Hot Honey Apple Cheddar Beef Grilled Cheese is the ultimate indulgent sandwich that perfectly combines sweet and savory flavors in every bite. This gourmet twist on a classic features crispy sourdough bread encasing tender, seasoned ground beef, sharp cheddar cheese, and crisp apple slices, all drizzled with spicy hot honey. Ideal for lunch or a quick dinner, this dish offers an exciting culinary experience that will keep your taste buds wanting more. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can whip up this mouthwatering meal in under 30 minutes—perfect for cozy weekends or casual gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 tablespoons hot honey
- Butter for grilling
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Butter one side of each slice of sourdough.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer cooked beef, slices of cheddar cheese, and apple slices. Drizzle with hot honey.
- Top with the second slice of bread (buttered side out).
- Grill in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese melts completely.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing diagonally; serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg