Apple, Brie, and Bacon Panini with Sweet Honey Drizzle
This Apple, Brie, and Bacon Panini with Sweet Honey Drizzle. It’s quick, easy, and packed with flavor. The gooey melted Brie pairs perfectly with salty bacon, crisp apple slices, and just a drizzle of honey for sweetness. It takes less than 10 minutes from start to finish.
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This sandwich is great for a simple weeknight dinner, a cozy fall lunch, or even a fun recipe to share at a family gathering. It’s a nice change from the usual grilled cheese, making a warm, comforting meal with minimal effort.
Serve these paninis with my French Onion Potato Bake and Butternut Squash Soup.
How to Make Apple, Brie, and Bacon Panini with Sweet Honey Drizzle
Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Lay out 2 slices of bread and add Brie slices on top.
2. Add a layer of thinly sliced apples. Place 2 slices of cooked bacon over the cheese.
3. Drizzle honey over the bacon.
4. Top each with the remaining bread slices.
5. Spread butter on the outside of each sandwich.
6. Heat a panini press (or skillet) over medium heat.
7. Grill the sandwiches for 3–5 minutes, until the bread is golden brown and the Brie is melted. Slice in half and serve warm.
Serve and Enjoy!
Important Recipe Notes
- Use sturdy bread like sourdough, ciabatta, or a hearty whole grain so it holds up well when grilled.
- Remove the rind if you prefer a smoother melt, but leaving it on adds extra flavor.
- For Apples, crisp varieties like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith work best since they add a nice crunch and balance the richness.
- Cook bacon until your desired crispiness—crispy bacon adds great texture against the melty Brie.
- If you don’t have a panini press, use a skillet and press the sandwich down with another heavy pan.
Apple, Brie, and Bacon Panini with Sweet Honey Drizzle
Ingredients
- 4 slices of your favorite bread
- 1/2 wheel of Brie cheese sliced
- 4 slices of bacon cooked until crispy
- 1/2 apple cored and thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp honey
- Butter for grilling
Instructions
- Lay out 2 slices of bread and add Brie slices on top.
- Place 2 slices of cooked bacon over the cheese.
- Add a layer of thinly sliced apples.
- Drizzle honey over the apples.
- Top each with the remaining bread slices.
- Spread butter on the outside of each sandwich.
- Heat a panini press (or skillet) over medium heat.
- Grill the sandwiches for 3–5 minutes, until the bread is golden brown and the Brie is melted.
- Slice in half and serve warm.
