Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with a Monte Cristo Sandwich—a perfect blend of crispy, golden-brown bread, savory ham, turkey, and gooey Swiss cheese, all dusted with powdered sugar. This irresistible dish offers a unique sweet and savory experience, making it an ideal choice for brunch or a cozy weekend treat. Easy to prepare and customize, you’ll impress your guests or simply enjoy a delicious moment to yourself.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick slices of brioche or sourdough bread
- 4 oz deli ham
- 4 oz deli turkey
- 4 oz Swiss cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for frying)
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until smooth.
- Lay out bread slices; layer one slice with ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese before topping with another slice.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture until well coated; let excess drip off.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbling. Fry sandwiches for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove from the skillet and dust lightly with powdered sugar before slicing.
- Serve warm with jam or syrup on the side for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg