Monte Cristo Sandwich
Monte Cristo Sandwiches are a delicious blend of savory ham and turkey with gooey Swiss cheese, all enveloped in crispy French toast. Perfect for brunch or a comforting lunch, these sandwiches are dusted with powdered sugar and served alongside jam, elevating any meal into a gourmet experience. Easy to prepare and delightful to share, they promise to impress your family and friends with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 3 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices thick white or brioche bread
- 4 oz thinly sliced deli ham
- 4 oz deli turkey breast
- 4 oz Swiss cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; slice the bread thickly.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Layer ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese between two slices of bread to form each sandwich.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture until fully coated; let excess drip off.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Fry each sandwich for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve immediately, dusted with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: Use day-old bread for better texture as it absorbs the egg mixture without becoming soggy. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses like Gruyère or add Dijon mustard for extra flavor.