Sweet & Savory Blueberry Grilled Cheese

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Created on September 29th, 2025 at 05:57 pm

A Melty, Tangy Twist on a Classic Favorite

This isn’t your average grilled cheese. With juicy blueberries, lemon thyme, and a gooey cheese blend, this gourmet grilled cheese brings a surprising flavor combo that just works. It’s crispy, sweet, savory — and totally photo-worthy. Whether you’re cooking for a cozy brunch, a light dinner, or just feeling curious in the kitchen, this sandwich transforms ordinary ingredients into something delightfully unexpected. You only need basic kitchen tools, a few pantry staples, and about 45 minutes to bring this creative comfort food to life. 🍇🧀💫

Sliced sourdough sandwich with oozing cheese and fruit compote

🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This blueberry grilled cheese checks all the boxes: it’s quick, fun, and flavorful. You’ll love the contrast of sweet and salty, creamy and crunchy — all wrapped in golden, buttery sourdough. With simple ingredients and customizable swaps, this is a go-to recipe for when you want to impress with minimal effort. Make it once and you’ll never go back to plain grilled cheese again. Bonus: the blueberry compote is delicious on toast, pancakes, or even stirred into yogurt.

⏱️ Time Breakdown

Prep Time: 10–15 minutes
Cook Time: 20–30 minutes
Total Time: 30–45 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches

📝 Ingredients List

For the Blueberry Spread:

1 pint fresh blueberries
1/4 cup white sugar
Juice of 1 lemon
1 small bundle lemon thyme, tied with twine

For the Sandwiches:

8 slices sourdough bread, 1/4 inch thick
4 oz white cheddar, freshly grated
4 oz whole milk mozzarella, shredded
4 tbsp butter
Flaky sea salt, to finish

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

Large skillet or frying pan
Sharp knife
Cutting board
Measuring cups & spoons
Mixing bowls
Wooden spoon or spatula
Small saucepan

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Blueberry Lemon Thyme Jam
In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and jammy. Discard the thyme and let the jam cool.

Step 2: Assemble the Sandwiches
Spread the jam generously on 4 slices of bread. Layer the white cheddar and mozzarella over the jam. Top with the remaining bread slices.

Step 3: Grill to Golden Perfection
Heat 2 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium. Cook two sandwiches at a time, 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and melty. Repeat with remaining sandwiches.

Step 4: Finish & Serve
Cut in half, sprinkle with flaky sea salt and extra lemon thyme. Serve immediately for maximum crispy-melty goodness! 🍞🫐🧀

💡 Pro Tips

Storage: Keep the blueberry jam in the fridge for up to 1 week. Assembled sandwiches are best fresh but can be wrapped and stored for 2 days.
Reheating: Wrap sandwiches in foil and warm at 350°F for 10 minutes, or reheat gently in a skillet.
Substitutions: Swap cheeses or try raspberries instead of blueberries. Any sturdy bread works — just avoid thin slices.
Serving Ideas: Pair with tomato soup, a fresh salad, or sparkling lemonade for a balanced meal.

📊 Nutrition Table

Serving Size	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber	Sugar
1 plate	420	18g	35g	22g	4g	6g

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.