Goat Cheese & Honey Grilled (Print Version)
Golden toasted bread with creamy goat cheese and sweet honey drizzle creates an elegant lunch or appetizer.
# Recipe Ingredients:
→ Bread
01 - 4 slices rustic country bread or sourdough
→ Cheese & Spreads
02 - 4 oz fresh goat cheese, softened
03 - 2 tbsp cream cheese
04 - 2 tbsp honey
→ Butter
05 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
→ Optional Add-Ins
06 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves or chopped rosemary
07 - 1/2 cup baby spinach or arugula
# Directions:
01 - Combine goat cheese and cream cheese in small bowl. Mix thoroughly until completely smooth and spreadable.
02 - Spread cheese mixture evenly onto two bread slices. Drizzle 1 tablespoon honey over each prepared slice. Add herbs and greens if desired. Top with remaining bread slices.
03 - Spread softened butter generously on outside surfaces of both sandwiches.
04 - Heat skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place sandwiches butter-side down. Cook 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
05 - Flip sandwiches carefully. Press gently with spatula. Cook additional 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
06 - Remove from heat. Slice diagonally. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its the perfect balance of creamy tangy and sweet without any fussy techniques
- Ready in under 15 minutes but tastes like something from a fancy bistro
02 -
- Low and slow heat prevents burning the bread before the cheese has a chance to get warm and melty
- Let the sandwiches rest for 1 minute after cooking so the cheese sets slightly instead of oozing out when you slice
03 -
- Use a cast iron skillet if you have one for the most even heating and gorgeous golden crust
- Room temperature cheese spreads so much more easily and prevents tearing the bread