Description
Indulge in these delightful Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches, featuring creamy cream cheese and sweet strawberry jam sandwiched between thick brioche slices, then perfectly fried to a golden, crispy finish. A quick and delicious treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.
Ingredients
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Sandwich Ingredients
- 4 slices Brioche Bread (Thick slices hold the filling well; use Texas toast for extra sturdiness)
- 1/4 cup Strawberry Jam (Choose high-quality or homemade for vibrant fruit flavor)
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese (Full-fat offers the richest, creamiest cheesecake-like texture)
- 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar (Balances the sweetness of your filling beautifully)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Adds warm, inviting notes to the cream cheese mixture)
Dipping Batter Ingredients
- 2 large Eggs (Essential for creating the perfect dipping batter)
- 1/4 cup Milk (Adds moisture to the dipping batter for a crispy outcome)
Frying
- 2 tablespoons Butter (For frying; helps achieve that golden, crispy crust)
- 1 tablespoon Powdered Sugar (Lightly dusted on top for an appealing finish)
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Blend thoroughly for about 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy, resembling a cheesecake texture.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly on one slice of brioche bread. On another slice, spread the strawberry jam. Carefully press the two slices together to form a sandwich.
- Make Dipping Batter: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully blended. This batter will coat the sandwiches before frying.
- Coat Sandwiches: Dip each sandwich into the egg-milk mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated to achieve a crispy outer layer when fried.
- Fry Sandwiches: Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place the coated sandwiches in the skillet and fry for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until both sides are golden brown and crisp.
- Drain and Serve: Transfer the fried sandwiches to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess butter. Let them cool for about a minute before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.
Notes
- Use thick slices of brioche or Texas toast to hold the filling better and prevent sogginess.
- Full-fat cream cheese will give the best creamy texture, but low-fat can be substituted if preferred.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon to the cream cheese mixture.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture, as the sandwich is crispy when fresh.
- Can substitute strawberry jam with other berry preserves as desired.
