Description
Monte Cristo sandwiches are a delicious fusion of savory and sweet flavors that elevate any meal. Imagine crispy, golden-brown bread layered with succulent ham, turkey, and melted Swiss cheese, topped with a dusting of powdered sugar. Ideal for brunch or a unique lunch, this easy-to-make dish will impress your family and friends with its delightful contrast of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick white or brioche bread
- 4 oz thinly sliced deli ham
- 4 oz sliced turkey breast
- 4 oz Swiss cheese (or Gruyère)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Jelly or jam (for serving)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until frothy.
- Assemble the sandwich by layering ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese between two slices of bread.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture until fully coated; let excess drip off.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving with jelly or jam on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 210mg