Description

Delight in these crispy, golden Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches featuring a creamy strawberry-cream cheese filling sandwiched between thick slices of bread, breaded and fried to perfection. This decadent dessert combines the rich flavor of cheesecake with fresh, juicy strawberries for a crispy, melt-in-your-mouth treat that’s perfect for brunch, dessert, or a special snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Cheesecake Filling

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Sandwich and Breading

4 slices thick bread (such as brioche or Texas toast)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for frying (approximately 1 inch deep)

Instructions

Prepare the cheesecake filling: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Add strawberries: In a separate bowl, toss the diced strawberries with lemon juice, then fold them gently into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
Assemble sandwiches: Spread a generous amount of the strawberry cheesecake filling on one slice of bread, then top with a second slice to form a sandwich. Repeat for all slices to make 4 sandwiches.
Set up breading stations: Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
Bread the sandwiches: Dip each sandwich in flour, coating both sides, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat evenly with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
Heat oil: In a frying pan or deep fryer, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches approximately 350°F (175°C).
Fry the sandwiches: Carefully place one or two sandwiches in the hot oil without overcrowding. Fry each side for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Drain excess oil: Remove the fried sandwiches with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Serve: Cut sandwiches in half and serve warm. Optionally, dust with additional powdered sugar before serving for extra sweetness.

Notes

Use thick bread like brioche or Texas toast to hold the filling and maintain structure during frying.
Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened to ensure a smooth filling.
Do not overcrowd the pan when frying to keep the oil temperature steady and achieve an even golden crust.
For a lower fat version, you can bake the breaded sandwiches instead of frying, but frying yields the best crisp exterior.
Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor; the sandwich is best enjoyed warm.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 420 kcal
Sugar: 15 g
Sodium: 350 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0.5 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 8 g
Cholesterol: 70 mg

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