Description

Delight in these Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches, a luscious blend of creamy sweetened cream cheese, fresh strawberries, and strawberry jam, all sandwiched between slices of brioche or challah bread, then dipped in an egg mixture and pan-fried to golden perfection. A decadent breakfast or dessert treat that’s crispy on the outside and irresistibly creamy inside.

Ingredients

Scale

Bread and Filling

8 slices of brioche or challah bread
4 oz cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp powdered sugar (plus more for dusting)
1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
1/4 cup strawberry jam

Batter and Frying

2 large eggs
3 tbsp milk
2 tbsp butter (for frying)

Instructions

Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and 2 tablespoons powdered sugar until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
Assemble Sandwiches: Spread the sweetened cream cheese mixture evenly onto one side of four bread slices. Layer sliced strawberries and a spoonful of strawberry jam on top of the cream cheese layer. Cover each with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
Make Egg Wash: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully combined to create the batter for dipping.
Dip Sandwiches: Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides thoroughly but not soaking them excessively to avoid sogginess.
Heat Skillet and Melt Butter: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter until foamy and hot.
Fry Sandwiches: Place the sandwiches in the skillet and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and crisp. Use the remaining butter as needed to prevent sticking and enhance flavor.
Drain and Serve: Remove the fried sandwiches from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess butter. Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving warm.

Notes

Use brioche or challah bread for best texture and flavor; avoid thin or dry bread.
Fresh strawberries should be ripe but firm to prevent sogginess.
Adjust cooking time based on bread thickness to avoid burning or undercooking.
Serve immediately for optimal crispness; sandwiches can be kept warm in a low oven but may lose their crunchy exterior.
For a richer flavor, consider adding a drop of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Dessert
Method: Pan-frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 340 kcal
Sugar: 18 g
Sodium: 220 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0.3 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 7 g
Cholesterol: 115 mg

Keywords: fried strawberry cheesecake sandwiches, cream cheese sandwich, fried dessert, breakfast sandwich, sweet fried sandwiches, brioche dessert