Apple and Cheddar Grilled Cheese Sandwich

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-14 · Updated 2026-06-14

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A warm grilled sandwich combining tart Michigan apples with sharp cheddar cheese, toasted to golden perfection for a sweet and savory bite. This American-inspired sandwich and wrap recipe, ready in about 18 minutes, pairs sourdough bread slices, sharp cheddar cheese, Michigan tart apple for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 sourdough bread slices
8 oz sliced sharp cheddar cheese
1 large, thinly sliced Michigan tart apple
4 tbsp softened unsalted butter
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp honey

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, toss 1 large thinly sliced Michigan tart apple with 1 tbsp honey and 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon; set aside.
Step 2: Butter one side of each of 8 sourdough bread slices evenly with 4 tbsp softened unsalted butter.
Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium heat until hot, about 2 minutes.
Step 4: Place 4 bread slices buttered-side down on the skillet; layer each with 2 oz sliced sharp cheddar cheese and an even layer of the honey-cinnamon apple slices.
Step 5: Top each with the remaining bread slices, buttered-side up.
Step 6: Cook the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
Step 7: Remove from skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve warm.