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

Name: Lemon Thyme Infused Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Lemon Thyme leaves, 4 tablespoons freshly picked and finely chopped; Sourdough bread, 8 slices; Cheddar cheese, 2 cups grated; Unsalted butter, 1/2 cup at room temperature; Blackberry jam, 1/2 cup; Fresh berries, 1 cup for serving; Powdered sugar, for dusting; Sea salt, to taste

Category Brunch

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 15 minutes

Style American

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: September 27, 2025

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 leaves - 4 tablespoons - freshly picked and finely chopped
Sourdough bread - 8 slices
Cheddar cheese - 2 cups - grated
Unsalted butter - 1/2 cup - at room temperature
Blackberry jam - 1/2 cup
Fresh berries - 1 cup - for serving
Powdered sugar - - for dusting
Sea salt - - to taste

Preparation

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.
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.
Step 3 - 🍽️🍓☕

Cut the grilled cheese sandwiches diagonally. Serve them warm, accompanied by blackberry jam and fresh berries on the side.
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.

Additional

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!