Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Balsamic Date Jam & Fresh Dates

A gourmet grilled cheese sandwich made with creamy Brie, sharp aged cheddar, and a rich balsamic date jam, complemented by fresh diced dates, toasted walnuts or pecans, and a hint of thyme. Grilled until golden and crisp, it offers the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

Yield

1 sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Sourdough or brioche bread

2 slices

Butter, softened

15g

Brie cheese

40g

Aged cheddar cheese

40g

Balsamic date jam

30g

Fresh dates

25g

Toasted walnuts or pecans

10g

Fresh thyme

A pinch

Black pepper

A pinch

Balsamic Date Jam

Dates, pitted

200g

Hot water

120 ml

Balsamic vinegar

30 ml

Honey

10g

Glemon juice

10g

Salt

1g

Crushed black pepper

1g

Preperation

Total Time 30 minutes

Step 1

Soak dates in hot water for 10 minutes, then blend with the soaking water until smooth.

Step 2

Cook over low heat with balsamic vinegar, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper for 8–10 minutes until thickened.

Step 3

Cool before using.

Step 4

Spread butter on the outside of the bread slices.

Step 5

Spread balsamic date jam on the inside, then add Brie, cheddar, diced fresh dates, toasted nuts, and thyme.

Step 6

Close the sandwich and grill over medium-low heat for 3–4 minutes per side until golden, crispy, and the cheese is melted.

Step 7

Cut in half and serve warm.