Description
Indulge in the warm, crispy delight of Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches. Each bite reveals a luscious cream cheese filling mingling with sweet strawberries, all encased in golden-brown bread. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or late-night cravings, these sandwiches promise to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your friends. Get ready for a delightful culinary adventure that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!
Ingredients
- 4 slices thick brioche or challah bread
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, mashed
- 4 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- Oil or butter for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, and mashed strawberries until smooth.
- Spread a generous layer of the strawberry cheesecake mixture between two slices of bread to form a sandwich.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cinnamon. Quickly dip each sandwich into the egg mixture.
- Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Fry each sandwich for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with additional strawberries or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (160g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix a pinch of cinnamon into the cream cheese filling. Experiment with different fruits like blueberries or raspberries for unique variations. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge; reheat in the oven at 350°F for optimal crispiness.