Description
Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches are a delightful dessert that combines the flavors of strawberries and cream cheese, all encased in a crispy fried bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 slices of white bread
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Whipped cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries and granulated sugar. Toss to coat and let sit for about 10 minutes to release their juices.
- In another bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture on four slices of bread. Top with the sugared strawberries, then place the remaining slices of bread on top to create sandwiches.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. In another bowl, whisk together the egg and milk until well combined.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat with the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Carefully place the coated sandwiches in the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary, until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream.
Notes
- For a chocolate twist, add chocolate chips to the cream cheese mixture or drizzle melted chocolate over the fried sandwiches before serving.
- Substitute the strawberries with other fruits like blueberries or raspberries for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg