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Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches

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These Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches combine crispy golden-brown bread with a creamy cheesecake filling and fresh strawberries, perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

8 slices thick bread (brioche or challah recommended)

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced

2 large eggs

1/3 cup milk

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

1/2 cup granulated sugar, for dusting

1/2 cup butter or neutral oil (vegetable or canola) for frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Assemble Sandwiches: Spread cream cheese mixture on one bread slice, add strawberries, top with another slice, press edges to seal.
  3. Prepare Dipping Mixture: Whisk eggs, milk, and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
  4. Fry Sandwiches: Heat butter or oil in skillet over medium heat, dip sandwiches in egg mixture, cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
  5. Coat in Sugar: While warm, roll sandwiches in granulated sugar.
  6. Serve: Serve warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or topped with chocolate drizzle or whipped cream.

Notes

  • Use thick breads like brioche or challah for best results.
  • Press edges gently to avoid filling leakage.
  • Can substitute strawberries with raspberries, blueberries, or bananas.
  • Add Nutella or almond butter for a nutty variation.
  • For gluten-free, use gluten-free bread.
  • Store leftovers refrigerated up to 2 days; reheat in skillet.
  • Freeze assembled sandwiches before frying, thaw before cooking.
  • Can bake at 375°F for 10-15 minutes as an alternative to frying.

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