Apple and Cheddar Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Sage Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

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A crunchy grilled cheese sandwich layered with sharp cheddar and thinly sliced apples, enhanced with fragrant sage-infused butter. This American-inspired sandwich and wrap recipe, ready in about 18 minutes, pairs sourdough bread slices, sharp cheddar cheese, Granny Smith apple for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 2, 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 2 American cuisine 520 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 sourdough bread slices
6 oz, sliced sharp cheddar cheese
1 medium, thinly sliced Granny Smith apple
4 tbsp, softened unsalted butter
1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh sage leaves
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 4 tbsp softened unsalted butter with 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh sage leaves and 1/4 tsp black pepper until well mixed.
Step 2: Spread the sage butter evenly on one side of each of the 4 sourdough bread slices.
Step 3: Place 3 oz sliced sharp cheddar cheese on the unbuttered side of two bread slices, then layer with thinly sliced 1 medium Granny Smith apple evenly over the cheese.
Step 4: Top with remaining 3 oz cheddar cheese slices, then cover with the other bread slices, buttered side facing out.
Step 5: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, pressing gently with a spatula.
Step 6: Remove from skillet, slice in half, and serve warm with the cheese oozing and apple slices tender-crisp.