Description
Hot Honey Apple Cheddar Beef Grilled Cheese is a gourmet twist on a classic favorite that will tantalize your taste buds. This mouthwatering sandwich features crispy, golden bread filled with savory ground beef, sharp cheddar cheese, and sweet-tart apple slices, all drizzled with spicy hot honey for an irresistible kick. Perfect for cozy dinners or quick lunches, each bite delivers a delightful balance of flavors that keeps you coming back for more. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or simply indulging solo, this easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into an impressive meal. Elevate your grilled cheese game with this delicious creation—your taste buds will thank you!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
- 4 ounces lean ground beef
- 2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon hot honey (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 small apple (like Fuji or Honeycrisp), thinly sliced
- Butter for grilling
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by slicing the apple and shredding the cheddar cheese.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, seasoning with salt and pepper. Drain excess fat.
- Assemble the sandwich: On one slice of bread, layer cooked beef, apple slices, and cheddar cheese. Drizzle hot honey over the top and cover with another slice of bread.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Butter the outside of the sandwich and grill until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side). Cover with a lid to melt the cheese fully.
- Serve warm; drizzle with additional hot honey if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg