Description
Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches are a delightful treat that combines a crispy, golden exterior with a creamy, decadent filling bursting with fresh strawberries. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or late-night snacking, these sandwiches are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. With minimal ingredients and quick preparation, you’ll have everyone swooning over this irresistible dessert in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices brioche or challah bread
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
- Powdered sugar for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth. Gently fold in chopped strawberries.
- 2. Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread filling on one slice of bread; top with another slice to form a sandwich. Press gently.
- 3. Set Up Breading Station: Whisk eggs in one bowl and combine flour with a pinch of sugar and cinnamon in another.
- 4. Coat the Sandwiches: Dip each sandwich in the egg mixture, then coat in the flour mixture thoroughly.
- 5. Fry Until Golden Brown: Heat oil over medium heat and fry sandwiches for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- 6. Serve Warm: Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, try using different berries or banana slices. Ensure oil is hot enough while frying to maintain crispiness.