Few things in life are as indulgent as a crispy, golden sandwich stuffed with cheesecake and bursting with fresh strawberries. These Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches combine the nostalgic comfort of French toast with the lusciousness of strawberry cheesecake. Each bite gives you creamy, sweet filling wrapped in buttery bread, crisp on the outside and soft in the center.
Whether you’re making them for a special brunch, a celebratory dessert, or just a treat-yourself moment, these sandwiches are simple yet elegant. The use of brioche or challah bread adds richness, while the fresh strawberries keep it bright and juicy. A dusting of powdered sugar on top finishes them off like a dream.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Sweet, creamy, crispy, and fruity all in one
- Uses common ingredients — nothing fancy
- Comes together in under 20 minutes
- Feels like restaurant-level dessert without the hassle
- Kid-friendly and brunch-worthy
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 8 slices brioche or challah bread
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (plus more for dusting)
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- ¼ cup strawberry jam
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp butter (for frying)
Instructions
1. Make the Cheesecake Filling
In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
2. Assemble the Sandwiches
Spread the cream cheese filling on one side of four bread slices.
Top with sliced strawberries and a spoonful of strawberry jam.
Close each with a second slice of bread to form four full sandwiches.
3. Prepare the Egg Dip
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides evenly like French toast.
4. Fry the Sandwiches
Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tbsp of butter. Place two sandwiches in the skillet at a time and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Repeat with remaining sandwiches, adding more butter as needed.
5. Serve Warm
Remove from the skillet and let them drain briefly on a paper towel. Dust generously with powdered sugar. Slice diagonally and serve immediately.
Tips for Success
- Use thick, sturdy bread like brioche or challah for best results
- Let your cream cheese come to room temperature for easy mixing
- Don’t overstuff—just enough strawberries and jam to avoid sogginess
- Cook over medium heat so the bread crisps without burning before the inside warms
- Add a drizzle of maple syrup or extra jam for a decadent finish
Final Thoughts
These Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches are pure joy on a plate. They straddle the line between dessert and breakfast in the most delicious way, and they’re surprisingly easy to make for how fancy they look. Perfect for impressing guests or spoiling yourself a little.
Try serving them with a side of fresh fruit or a mimosa for brunch, or plate them up with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert. However you enjoy them, they’re sure to be a new favorite.
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Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 8 slices brioche or challah bread
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar plus more for dusting
- ½ cup fresh strawberries sliced
- ¼ cup strawberry jam
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp butter for frying
Instructions
Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
Assemble the Sandwiches
- Spread the cream cheese filling on one side of four bread slices.
- Top with sliced strawberries and a spoonful of strawberry jam.
- Close each with a second slice of bread to form four full sandwiches.
Prepare the Egg Dip
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides evenly like French toast.
Fry the Sandwiches
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tbsp of butter. Place two sandwiches in the skillet at a time and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Repeat with remaining sandwiches, adding more butter as needed.
Serve Warm
- Remove from the skillet and let them drain briefly on a paper towel. Dust generously with powdered sugar. Slice diagonally and serve immediately.
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