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Hot Honey Apple Cheddar Bacon Grilled Cheese

Hot Honey Apple Cheddar Bacon Grilled Cheese Bliss

Enjoy a comforting blend of sweet roasted apples, sharp cheddar, and crispy bacon in this Hot Honey Apple Cheddar Bacon Grilled Cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Apples
  • 2 apples crispy apples any variety like Honeycrisp or Fuji
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
For the Filling
  • 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese or mild cheddar for a milder taste
  • 4 slices candied bacon or substitute with prosciutto or maple tempeh bacon
For the Bread
  • 4 slices hearty bread sourdough or whole grain work best
  • 2 tablespoons herb butter regular butter or olive oil can be used
For the Heat
  • 2 tablespoons hot honey or substitute with regular honey or maple syrup

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice your crisp apples and toss them with cinnamon and nutmeg until evenly coated. Spread the apple slices on a baking sheet, arranging them in a single layer. Roast for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender and caramelized.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook strips of bacon until crispy and golden, about 6-8 minutes. Place the bacon on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
  3. Soften some butter in a bowl and mix in fresh herbs to create herb butter. Spread a generous layer on one side of each slice of hearty bread.
  4. On the unbuttered side of one slice of bread, layer the roasted apples, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and drizzle hot honey. Top with the second slice of bread, unbuttered side facing in.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat, add the sandwich buttered side down, and press gently. Grill for about 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown, then flip and grill for another 3-4 minutes.
  6. Once golden and cheese is melting, remove from the skillet. Let cool for a minute, then slice in half and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 22gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best texture, use firm, crisp apples. For optimal cheese melting, let the cheddar sit at room temperature before grilling.

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