Description
Indulge in the irresistible combination of crispy, golden-brown fried bread enveloping a luscious strawberry cheesecake filling. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures, with the warm, crunchy exterior giving way to a creamy, sweet center bursting with fresh strawberry flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- For the Sandwiches:
- 4 slices of thick bread (such as brioche or Texas toast)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- For Frying:
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in diced strawberries.
- Spread the cheesecake filling evenly on two slices of bread, then top with the remaining slices to form sandwiches.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, milk, egg, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Dip each sandwich into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Coat the battered sandwiches in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat (about 350°F or 175°C).
- Fry the sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- Make-ahead: Prepare the cheesecake filling a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
- Storage: Leftover sandwiches can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Substitutions: Use gluten-free bread for a gluten-free option or swap strawberries for other berries like blueberries or raspberries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 20 grams
- Sodium: 300 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
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