Description
Experience the perfect balance of sweet and savory with this Honey Peach White Cheddar Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Juicy peach slices paired with creamy ricotta, sharp white cheddar, crispy bacon, and fresh basil, all drizzled with honey and balsamic glaze, make this sandwich an irresistible gourmet treat. Ideal for a quick lunch or a comforting dinner, it combines unique flavors with the classic warmth of grilled cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Cheese
- 2 peaches, peeled and sliced
- 4 slices white cheddar cheese (add more for extra cheesiness)
- 2–4 tablespoons ricotta cheese (optional)
Bread and Butter
- 4 slices sourdough bread (or challah, multigrain, or thick white bread)
- 2 tablespoons butter
Additional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 4 slices crispy bacon
- Fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Prepare Peaches: Peel the peaches carefully and slice them into thin pieces to ensure even layering within the sandwich. Set aside for assembling.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Spread ricotta cheese evenly over one slice of bread, if using. On top of the ricotta, layer the peach slices and drizzle honey over them. Place slices of white cheddar on the other slice of bread.
- Butter the Bread: Spread butter generously over the top of each bread slice to ensure a golden, crispy exterior when grilled.
- Cook the Sandwich: Heat a panini press or a skillet over medium-low heat. Place the sandwich with buttered sides out and cook until the cheese melts and the bread turns golden brown. If the bread browns too quickly, reduce the heat to low for even cooking.
- Add Bacon, Basil, and Balsamic Glaze: Once the cheese has melted, open the sandwich gently and layer the crispy bacon slices, fresh basil leaves, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze on top of the melted cheese. Close the sandwich and serve immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of honey and balsamic glaze according to your sweetness preference.
- If ricotta is not available, cream cheese can be a good substitute.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and add additional basil or arugula.
- Sourdough bread offers the best texture, but feel free to use your preferred bread type.
- Serve the sandwich warm to enjoy the melty cheese and juicy peaches fully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snack
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: grilled cheese, peach sandwich, white cheddar, honey, ricotta, bacon, basil, balsamic glaze, sourdough sandwich
