Golden-brown, grilled sourdough squares diagonally aligned reveal melted, gooey cheddar cheese dripping subtly. Green flecks of lemon thyme leaves sprinkled on top along with a side of fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar make this dish a visual treat.

Lemon Thyme Infused Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Crispy sourdough, gooey cheddar, refreshed with lemon thyme.

Category Brunch
Prep 15 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
Style American
Technique Grilling
Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily recipe · September 27, 2025

A little about this dish

This delightful brunch dish features Lemon Thyme as the star ingredient, adding a refreshing twist to the classic grilled cheese and turning it into an elevated treat, best enjoyed on lazy mornings. The beauty of this dish lies in its simple, yet fresh ingredients, where the thyme's citrusy aroma subtly blends with the gooey cheddar and crisp sourdough. Be prepared for a burst of flavors in every bite!

Ingredients (for 4)

  • Lemon thyme leaves4 tablespoonsfreshly picked and finely chopped
  • Sourdough bread8 slices
  • Cheddar cheese2 cupsgrated
  • Unsalted butter1/2 cupat room temperature
  • Blackberry jam1/2 cup
  • Fresh berries1 cupfor serving
  • Powdered sugarfor dusting
  • Sea saltto taste

Preparation

  1. Step 1 — 🍞🧈🧀
    Butter each slice of sourdough bread on both sides. Add a layer of grated cheddar cheese and sprinkle with chopped lemon thyme leaves. Cover with another slice of bread to make a sandwich.
  2. Step 2 — 🔥🥪🌡️
    Over medium heat, grill each sandwich until they turn golden brown and the cheese inside has melted. Don't forget to press them occasionally for an even grill.
  3. Step 3 — 🍽️🍓☕
    Cut the grilled cheese sandwiches diagonally. Serve them warm, accompanied by blackberry jam and fresh berries on the side.
  4. Step 4 — 🧂🌿🍬
    For an extra touch of sweetness and freshness, dust the grilled cheese sandwiches lightly with powdered sugar. Add some more chopped lemon thyme leaves on top. To enhance the flavors, add a pinch of sea salt to taste.

A final fox tip

This brunch staple gets an interesting re-do with the addition of Lemon Thyme, highlighting the possibilities of flavor-play with herbs in traditional dishes. You could experiment with different kinds of cheese or use wholegrain bread for extra fiber. Kids would love helping pressing the sandwiches while grilling!

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