Go Back
–+ servings

Monte Cristo Sandwich

A delicious sandwich made with ham, turkey, and cheese, dipped in egg batter and fried to golden perfection.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Brunch, Lunch
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Sandwich Ingredients
  • 8 slices Bread White or brioche
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
  • 4 slices Ham
  • 4 slices Turkey
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Optional
  • 1/4 cup Powdered sugar For dusting
  • Butter For frying

Method
 

Prepare the Sandwich
  1. Layer Swiss cheese, ham, and turkey between two slices of bread to form a sandwich.
Make the Batter
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Cook the Sandwich
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter. Dip each sandwich in the egg mixture, coating both sides, then place in the skillet.
  2. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Serve
  1. Remove from skillet, dust with powdered sugar, and serve with jam or syrup if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a sweeter version, serve with raspberry or strawberry jam.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!