Sweet & Savory Grilled Cheese w/ Fig Jam

Bread SRSLY Sweet and Savory Cinnamon Raisin Grilled Cheese

It’s time that your childhood grilled cheese got its glow up. This recipe for Sweet and Savory Cinnamon Raisin Grilled Cheese with Fig Jam is comfort food at its best. Sweet figs are paired with rich balsamic vinegar for a delicious spread that is delightful nestled between sharp plant-based cheese, spicy arugula and perfectly spiced Bread SRSLY Gluten-Free Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough.

This homemade fig jam recipe complements our cinnamon raisin sourdough and savory, melty cheddar cheese. It's made with only few ingredients, including dried figs which you can find at the grocery store, balsamic vinegar, red onion, and maple syrup. Fresh thyme adds an earthy tone while maple syrup dials up the sweetness.

Looking for a dairy free cheese alternative? We enjoy Parmela's Plant-Based Cheddar Cheese for this recipe. Bread SRSLY's gluten-free, vegan cinnamon raisin sourdough toasted on an oiled pan turns a beautifully crispy, golden brown on the outside and soft on the inside. We choose a cinnamon raisin bread to enhance a sweet and savory flavor profile. Sliced on the diagonal, melty cheddar cheese, gooey fig jam, and crusty bread tears apart and embodies this cozy American lunchtime favorite.

 

Recipe created by Micah Siva // @noshwithmicah

Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free & Vegan Option

Total Time: 30 mins

NUTRITION

Calories: 489 kcal
Toal Fat: 27.05 g
Carbohydrate: 46.7 g 
Fiber: 5.3 g 
Protein: 16.6 g

INGREDIENTS

Fig & Balsamic Spread/Jam

(6-8 servings)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup red onion, chopped
  • ¼ tsp sea salt
  • 1 cup dried figs, packed, chopped
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme

To Assemble (per Sandwich) 

 

DIRECTIONS

  1. Make the jam: Heat olive oil in a small sauce pan over medium heat. Add the onion and sea salt. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the onions begin to soften.
  2. Add the figs, vinegar, water, maple syrup and thyme. Bring to a boil, and let simmer for 13-15 minutes, or until the liquid has reduced and the figs have softened. Set aside.
  3. Assembly: Heat plant-based butter in a pan over medium-low heat.
  4. Add 1 tbsp fig jam to a slice of Bread SRSLY Gluten-Free Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough, and top with plant-based cheese. Transfer to the pan and cook over low heat until the bread begins to crisp, and the cheese begins to melt, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Top with arugula and a second slice of Bread SRSLY, flip, and cook on the other side until golden, 4-5 minutes.
  6. Enjoy!
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