Description
Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches are a delightful dessert combining crispy, pan-fried bread with a rich cheesecake filling and sweet strawberries. Perfect for a quick indulgent treat.
Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 slices white sandwich bread
- 2 tbsp butter, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and chopped strawberries until well combined.
- Spread the mixture on 4 slices of bread, then top each with another slice to form sandwiches.
- Gently press the edges to seal, trimming crusts if desired.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and fry sandwiches until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Transfer to paper towels to drain excess butter.
- Slice sandwiches in halves or quarters and dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use flavored cream cheese or add mini chocolate chips for variation.
- Substitute strawberries with raspberries, blueberries, or jam.
- Best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in a skillet or air fryer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
