From the top, you see slices of sourdough lightly toasted to golden perfection and drizzled with a glossy fig glaze. A cross-section reveals layers of melted brie, fig jam, and curled prosciutto peeking out from the bread. Served on a clean white plate, the sandwich is garnished with fresh fig slices and sparkling microgreens for a dash of color and freshness.

Gourmet Brie, Fig & Prosciutto Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Name: Gourmet Brie, Fig & Prosciutto Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Brie Cheese, 200 grams sliced thin; Fig Jam, 4 tablespoon; Prosciutto, 100 grams slices; Sourdough Bread, 4 slices; Butter, 2 tablespoon softened; Fresh Figs, 2 sliced for garnish; Microgreens, 1 handful for garnish; Sea Salt, a pinch

Category Brunch

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 8 minutes

Style American

Technique Frying

Diet Friendly High-Protein

Daily Recipe: April 12, 2025

This is our gourmet spin on the classic grilled cheese sandwich, perfect for celebrating the Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day in style. The dish features an elegant combination of brie cheese, fig jam, and prosciutto - all sandwiched between two slices of high-quality sourdough bread.

Ingredients (for 2)

Brie cheese - 200 grams - sliced thin
Fig jam - 4 tablespoon
Prosciutto - 100 grams - slices
Sourdough bread - 4 slices
Butter - 2 tablespoon - softened
Fresh figs - 2 - sliced for garnish
Microgreens - 1 handful - for garnish
Sea salt - a pinch

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍞➡️🧈

Spread one side of each bread slice with softened butter.
Step 2 - 🍞⬆️➡️🍇

Turn the bread slices over and spread fig jam generously on two slices.
Step 3 - 🍞🍒🧀🥓

On the fig-jam-covered slices of bread, layer the thinly sliced brie cheese and prosciutto.
Step 4 - 🍞🔝➡️🥪

Top with the remaining slices of bread, butter side facing upwards.
Step 5 - 🍳🔥➡️🔛

Place a non-stick pan over medium heat.
Step 6 - 🥪➡️🍳🔥

When the pan is hot, add the sandwiches. Fry each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and the cheese has melted.
Step 7 - 🔪🥪🧂

Remove the sandwich from heat, slice it in half, and garnish with sliced figs, microgreens and a pinch of sea salt.

Additional

This dish is a perfect example of how a few upmarket ingredients can really elevate a classic dish. Plus, kids can have fun helping to assemble the sandwiches. For a vegetarian version, swap the prosciutto with some roasted bell peppers or sharp sundried tomatoes.