Brie Chili Crisp Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Creamy brie melts with spicy chili crisp between golden, buttery sourdough slices for an indulgent sandwich experience.

# What you'll need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices rustic sourdough or country bread

→ Dairy

02 - 6 oz brie cheese, rind on, sliced
03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

→ Condiments

04 - 2 to 3 tbsp chili crisp, adjust to taste

# Preparation steps:

01 - Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each bread slice.
02 - Place two bread slices buttered side down on a work surface.
03 - Evenly distribute the sliced brie over the unbuttered side of each bread slice.
04 - Spoon 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of chili crisp over the brie on each sandwich.
05 - Place remaining bread slices on top, buttered side facing outward.
06 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
07 - Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula until bread is golden and brie has fully melted.
08 - Remove sandwiches from skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve warm.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • It's ready in 13 minutes but tastes like you actually tried.
  • The contrast between melted brie and crunchy, spicy chili crisp is genuinely addictive.
  • No fancy techniques required—just butter, bread, and the willingness to experiment.
02 -
  • Don't use high heat, no matter how impatient you are—the bread will burn before the brie melts, and burnt outside with cold cheese inside is a tragedy.
  • The brie rind is not your enemy; it keeps everything from falling apart and adds flavor that clean brie just doesn't have.
03 -
  • Slice your brie while it's still cool—it's impossible to slice when it's warm, and pre-sliced brie from the deli counter is your shortcut if you're in a hurry.
  • Medium-low heat is not a suggestion; it's the only speed at which this sandwich reaches its potential.
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