Grilled Date Nut Bread Cheese Sandwich

Date nut bread has long brightened American lunch boxes and tea tables with its dense, fruit-studded crumb. Here it becomes a grilled cheese, layered with sharp cheddar and a honey-kissed cream cheese spread that melts into sweet-savory comfort.

Serves 2 · 10 min prep · 8 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 480 cal
• 16g protein
• 38g carbs
• 30g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 4 thick slices date nut bread
• 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 oz cream cheese
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves optional
• to taste pinch black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Let the cream cheese soften slightly at room temperature for easier spreading.
2. 2In a small bowl, mash the cream cheese with the honey, optional thyme, and a grind of black pepper until spreadable.
3. 3Lay out the date nut bread slices and spread a thin layer of the seasoned cream cheese on the inner side of each slice.
4. 4Slice or grate the sharp cheddar and divide it evenly between two of the slices, piling it over the cream cheese.
5. 5Close the sandwiches with the remaining slices, cream-cheese side down, and press gently.
6. 6Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat so the cheese melts before the bread burns.
7. 7Spread or brush the outer sides of each sandwich lightly with softened butter.
8. 8Place the sandwiches in the hot skillet and cook 3 to 4 minutes on the first side until the bread is deep golden and crisp and the cheese begins to soften.
9. 9Flip carefully with a spatula and cook another 3 to 4 minutes, pressing lightly, until the second side is equally golden and the cheddar is fully melted and oozy.
10. 10Transfer to a cutting board, rest 1 minute, then slice diagonally to show the melted cheese and date-studded crumb.
11. 11Serve immediately while hot and gooey; the sweet dates and nuts play against the sharp cheese beautifully.