---
title: Caramelized Apple & Gouda Sandwiches
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/caramelized-apple-and-gouda-sandwiches-68d655c5681e58ed6e5b3420
servings: 2
prep_time: 10 minutes
cook_time: 10 minutes
time_required: 20 minutes
difficulty: Easy
allergens:
  - Milk
  - Soy
  - Wheat
tags:
  - Veggie
  - Fiber Powered
  - Quick
  - Easy Prep
  - New
rating: 4.5
rating_count: 321
source_chef: Courtney Laga
review_highlights:
  - theme: Flavor
    text: Many loved the unique combination of apple, gouda, and fig mustard, calling it unexpectedly delicious and flavorful.
  - theme: Ease of prep
    text: Simple and quick to put together, though some found it took longer than the stated 20 minutes.
image: "https://images.recipes.furrysalamander.com/Sandwich%20Recipes/caramelized-apple-gouda-sandwiches.avif"
---

@baby lettuce{2%cup}
@italian dressing{2%tbsp}
@dried thyme{¼%tsp}
@sourdough bread{4%slices}
@mini cucumber{1%unit}
@grape tomatoes{½%cup}
@apple{1%unit}
@gouda cheese{4%slices}
@fig mustard{1%tbsp}
@shallot{1%unit}
@salt{1%tsp}
@cooking oil{1%tbsp}
@butter{2%tbsp}
@black pepper{½%tsp}

Wash and dry all produce. Halve, peel, and finely dice shallot. Core and thinly slice apple, dividing it in half.

Heat cooking oil and half the butter in a #large pan{} over medium-high heat. Add shallot, half the apple, dried thyme, and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly tender ~{4%minutes}.

Place sourdough bread on a clean work surface. Spread half the slices with fig mustard, then top with the cooked apple mixture and gouda cheese. Top with remaining bread slices to create sandwiches.

Melt remaining butter in the same pan over medium heat. Add sandwiches and cook until golden brown on the first side ~{4%minutes}. Flip and cook until second side is golden brown and cheese is melted ~{3%minutes}.

In a #large bowl{}, toss baby lettuce, grape tomatoes, mini cucumber(sliced), and the remaining sliced apple with italian dressing. Taste and season with salt and black pepper to liking.

Serve sandwiches alongside the fresh salad.