Ingredients
- 8 slices of thick white bread (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam or preserves
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a bowl, blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture on four slices of bread.
- Top with sliced strawberries and a drizzle of strawberry jam.
- Cover with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
- In one bowl, whisk the egg. In another, mix flour, crushed graham crackers, and granulated sugar.
- Dip each sandwich in the egg, then coat with the graham cracker mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry each sandwich for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Slice and serve immediately with optional garnishes like fresh strawberries or powdered sugar.
Notes
- Use other berries like blueberries or raspberries for variation.
- Drizzle with melted chocolate for extra indulgence.
- Crushed nuts can replace graham crackers for a nutty twist.
- Cut into smaller portions for party-friendly cheesecake bites.
- Best served immediately, but can be reheated in oven or skillet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
