Ingredients
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– ½ cup powdered sugar
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
– 6 slices of white bread
– 1 cup milk
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 eggs
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch)
– Oil for frying
– Whipped cream, for serving (optional)
– Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
Making Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches is straightforward. Follow these steps for delicious results:
1. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
2. Add Strawberries: Gently fold in the diced strawberries into the cream cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
3. Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread a generous amount of the cream cheese filling on three slices of bread. Place the remaining three slices on top to create sandwiches.
4. Prepare for Frying: In one bowl, place the milk. In a second bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten. In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
5. Coat the Sandwiches: Dip each sandwich first in the milk, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
6. Heat the Oil: In a skillet, heat about an inch of oil over medium heat until hot (approximately 350°F or 175°C).
7. Fry the Sandwiches: Carefully place the sandwiches in the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
8. Drain: Remove the sandwiches from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
9. Serve: Dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve with whipped cream for extra indulgence.
These steps will ensure that your Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches turn out amazing every time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 sandwiches
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 5g