Monte Cristo Sandwich
Indulge in the delightful Monte Cristo sandwich, a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. This mouthwatering dish features layers of savory ham, turkey, and melted Swiss cheese nestled between golden-brown French toast. Ideal for brunch or a quick lunch, it’s easy to customize with your favorite ingredients. Serve it dusted with powdered sugar and a side of jam for an unforgettable experience that will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices brioche bread (thick-cut)
- 4 oz thinly sliced deli ham
- 4 oz sliced turkey breast (smoked optional)
- 4 oz Swiss cheese (or Gruyère)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and slice the bread if necessary.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble sandwiches by layering ham, turkey, and cheese between two slices of bread.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture until coated but not soggy.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook sandwiches until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes).
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with jam or syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg