Description
Indulge in these Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches that combine sweet strawberry jam and creamy cheesecake filling, sandwiched between crispy bread slices. A delightful twist on a classic treat!
Ingredients
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Bread:
- 4 slices of thick white bread (like brioche or Texas toast)
Cheesecake Filling:
- 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Strawberry Jam Layer:
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam
Egg Mixture:
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon (optional)
Other:
- 2 tbsp butter (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the sandwich: Spread the cream cheese mixture on one side of two slices of bread. Spread a generous layer of strawberry jam on the other two slices. Sandwich them together.
- Make the egg mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and cinnamon (if using).
- Dip and fry: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated.
- Cook until golden: Fry each side for about 2-3 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
- Dust and serve: Remove from heat, dust with powdered sugar, and enjoy warm!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: Approximately 350 kcal
- Sugar: Approximately 18g
- Sodium: Approximately 300mg
- Fat: Approximately 20g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 35g
- Fiber: Approximately 1g
- Protein: Approximately 6g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 95mg