These Brie and Candied Bacon Grilled Cheese Bites bring upscale flavors to your Monday Munchies in the most satisfying format imaginable. The creamy, melty brie pairs perfectly with sweet-salty candied bacon, all sandwiched between buttery brioche and grilled until golden and gooey. Perfect for brunch gatherings, cocktail parties, or whenever you want comfort food that feels sophisticated and special.
Brie and Candied Bacon Grilled Cheese Bites
Recipe by Daily Disher
Brie and Candied Bacon Grilled Cheese Bites feature buttery brioche bread filled with creamy brie and sweet candied bacon, grilled until golden and cut into perfect bite-sized portions.
Course: Appetizer
/Cuisine: American
/Difficulty: Easy
Servings
4
Prep time
30 minutes
Cooking time
40 minutes
Calories
300 kcal
1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
8 slices bacon
¼ cup brown sugar
8 slices brioche bread
8 oz brie cheese
2 tablespoons butter
Directions
1.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.
Lay the bacon slices on the prepared baking sheet and evenly sprinkle with brown sugar.
3.
Bake the candied bacon in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes until crispy, then cool slightly.
4.
Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each brioche bread slice and place butter-side down.
5.
Add slices of brie cheese and candied bacon between two pieces of bread to form sandwiches.
6.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and grill sandwiches for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
7.
Remove from heat, let cool slightly, and cut each sandwich into four bite-sized pieces.
Nutrition Facts
Total number of serves:
4 servings
Calories:
300kcal
Cholesterol:
0mg
Sodium:
620mg
Potassium:
400mg
Sugar:
8
Protein:
6g
Calcium:
60mg
Iron:
2mg