Grilled Cheese with Pear and Honey
This Grilled Cheese with Pear and Honey is the sandwich equivalent of wearing silk pajamas while answering emails — effortlessly elegant yet completely comforting. The juicy pear slices bring sweetness, the vegan cheese melts with attitude, and that drizzle of golden vegan honey? Absolute perfection. It’s classy, cozy, and just dramatic enough to make your lunch feel like a love affair. The crispy bread crunches, the filling oozes, and your taste buds will write poetry about it. Perfect for lazy afternoons, cozy brunches, or pretending you’re the main character in a café movie. Pure edible self-care, darling.
Grilled Cheese with Pear and Honey
A vegan grilled cheese sandwich with caramelized pear slices, melty plant-based cheese, and a drizzle of vegan honey for a sweet-savory masterpiece.
Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough or multigrain bread
- ½ cup vegan brie or cheddar shredded
- ½ ripe pear thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon vegan butter
- 1 teaspoon vegan honey or maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
- Dash of cinnamon optional
Instructions
- Heat skillet over medium heat.
- Spread vegan butter on one side of each bread slice.
- Lay two slices buttered side down in skillet.
- Add half the vegan cheese evenly on top.
- Arrange pear slices over the cheese.
- Drizzle with vegan honey and sprinkle cinnamon if using.
- Add remaining cheese and top with second bread slice.
- Grill each side for 3–4 minutes until golden and melty.
- Press with spatula for crispy edges.
- Slice diagonally and serve warm with smug satisfaction.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 340
- Total Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 9 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 12%
- Iron: 8%
- Vitamin C: 7%
- Vitamin A: 5%
- Magnesium: 5%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Use ripe but firm pears for the perfect texture.
- Swap vegan honey for agave or maple if you prefer.
- Add crushed walnuts for crunch and flair.
- Great with herbal tea or a glass of wine — no judgment.
- Best enjoyed while pretending you’re in a Paris café.
