Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches
Fried strawberry cheesecake sandwiches are a rich, indulgent dessert made with creamy cheesecake filling, fresh strawberries, and crispy fried bread coated in sugar. Golden and gooey, they’re a perfect mix of cheesecake and strawberry shortcake in sandwich form.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches (4–8 servings)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 8 slices white sandwich bread
- 1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
- Oil, for frying
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- Optional: whipped cream or chocolate drizzle, for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Spread cheesecake mixture evenly on slices of bread.
- Top with sliced strawberries and cover with another slice of bread to form sandwiches.
- Trim crusts and press edges firmly to seal, brushing edges with beaten egg if needed.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry sandwiches 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels, then roll or sprinkle with granulated sugar while warm.
- Slice in half and serve with whipped cream or chocolate drizzle if desired.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh while warm and crispy.Use brioche or pound cake for extra richness.Try different fruits like blueberries, raspberries, or bananas.Roll in cinnamon sugar for a churro-like twist.Bake at 375°F (190°C) for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 sandwich
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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