Ingredients
– 8 slices of bread (white or whole wheat)
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar, plus additional for serving
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup milk
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Creating these Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches is a fun and rewarding process. Follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Gently fold in the sliced strawberries.
2. Assemble the Sandwiches: Take a slice of bread and spread a generous amount of the strawberry cream cheese mixture on top. Place another slice of bread on top to form a sandwich. Repeat for all slices.
3. Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and ground cinnamon until fully combined.
4. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or frying pan, heat ½ inch of vegetable oil over medium heat. You can test if the oil is hot enough by dropping a small piece of bread into it; if it sizzles, it’s ready.
5. Dip the Sandwiches: Carefully dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides thoroughly.
6. Fry the Sandwiches: Place the sandwiches in the hot oil, frying for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if necessary.
7. Drain: Once fried, remove the sandwiches from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
8. Serve: Dust the sandwiches with powdered sugar before serving. Serve warm for the best experience.
Following these steps will help you create Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches that are both delicious and impressive.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 sandwiches
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 6g