Monte Cristo Sandwich
A decadent French toast-style sandwich layered with ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese, then pan-fried until golden and served with powdered sugar and jam. This classic American diner favorite is sweet, savory, and utterly indulgent.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 720
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
- 3 whole Large eggs
- ¼ cup Whole milk
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 4 slices Bread slices (challah or brioche)
- 4 slices Ham slices
- 4 slices Turkey slices
- 2 slices Swiss cheese slices
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- ½ cup Raspberry jam
Instructions
- 1
Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon in a shallow bowl until well combined.
- 2
Lay out 2 bread slices and layer each with 2 ham slices, 2 turkey slices, and 1 Swiss cheese slice. Top with remaining bread slices to create 2 sandwiches.
- 3
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1.5 tablespoons butter.
- 4
Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides evenly but not soaking too long.
- 5
Place sandwiches in the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the first side.
- 6
Flip sandwiches, add remaining butter to pan, and cook for 4-5 minutes more until the second side is golden and cheese is melted.
- 7
Transfer sandwiches to serving plates and dust generously with powdered sugar.
- 8
Serve immediately with raspberry jam on the side for dipping or spreading.
Tools you’ll need
- Shallow bowl
- Whisk
- Large skillet (12-inch)
- Spatula
- Cutting board
- Knife
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