French Apple Raisin Sandwiches
Elevate your snack or lunch game with these irresistible French Apple Raisin Sandwiches, a sweet-and-savory masterpiece that marries caramelized apples, plump raisins, and creamy brie between slices of crusty bread. Perfectly golden and buttery, these grilled sandwiches are infused with warming cinnamon and brown sugar, creating a luscious filling that’s balanced by the rich, melted brie. A drizzle of honey adds a touch of indulgence to every bite, making this recipe a crowd-pleasing combination of textures and flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, these gourmet-inspired sandwiches are ideal for a cozy brunch, a light dinner, or a sophisticated snack. Try them with sourdough or French bread for the ultimate pairing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large apple (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), thinly sliced
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons raisins
- 4 pieces crusty bread (e.g., sourdough or French bread), sliced
- 4 ounces brie cheese, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional, for drizzle)
Instructions
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.
Add the apple slices to the skillet and sprinkle with ground cinnamon and brown sugar. Stir to coat the apples evenly.
Cook the apples for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are slightly softened and caramelized.
Add the raisins to the skillet and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the raisins are plump. Remove the mixture from the skillet and set aside.
Spread the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter on one side of each bread slice.
Place two bread slices, buttered side down, in a clean skillet over medium heat.
Layer half of the caramelized apple and raisin mixture onto each slice of bread. Top with half of the brie cheese slices.
Place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered side up, to form sandwiches.
Cook the sandwiches for 3-5 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the brie has melted.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool slightly before slicing in half.
Optional: Drizzle each sandwich with honey before serving for extra sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.2 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.5 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 156 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 1859 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.7 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.7 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 333 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 805 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
