Crispy Outside, Creamy Inside Monte Cristo Sandwich
Weekend Brunch Delight! Make a Crispy & Creamy Monte Cristo Sandwich in 1 Minute
Whip up the ultimate crispy outside, creamy inside, and perfectly sweet-and-salty Monte Cristo sandwich with this easy 1-minute recipe video! It’s fantastic for a home brunch or as a treat for the kids. (Recipe Video: https://youtu.be/NBs3CnjFoSg)
Main Ingredients
- 3 slices of bread
- 4 slices of cheddar cheese
- 4 slices of ham
- Strawberry jam, as needed
- Panko breadcrumbs, as needed
- Vegetable oil, as needed
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all the ingredients needed to make the Monte Cristo sandwich. Fresh ingredients are the foundation of a delicious sandwich.
Step 2
Trim the crusts off all 3 slices of bread using a knife. This will make your sandwich softer and neater.
Step 3
Now it’s time to assemble the sandwich. Spread a thin layer of strawberry jam on one slice of bread. Then, layer 2 slices of cheddar cheese and 2 slices of ham on top. Repeat this process once more (bread – jam – cheese – ham – ham – cheese – jam) to create two sandwiches. Finally, top with the remaining slice of bread to form a three-layered sandwich. Feel free to adjust the amount of jam, cheese, and ham to your preference.
Step 4
In a bowl, crack 2 eggs. Add a pinch of salt and 50ml of milk. Whisk everything together gently with a fork or whisk until well combined to create the egg batter. Adding milk will help make the inside extra moist.
Step 5
Dip the assembled three-layered sandwich into the prepared egg batter, ensuring both sides are thoroughly coated. Make sure to coat the edges well so the batter soaks in evenly.
Step 6
Place the egg-battered sandwich onto a plate of panko breadcrumbs. Gently press the breadcrumbs onto all sides of the sandwich, ensuring an even coating. This step is crucial for achieving that delightful crispy texture when frying.
Step 7
Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Once the oil is warm, reduce the heat to low. Carefully place the breadcrumb-coated sandwich in the pan and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, flipping as needed, until golden brown and the cheese inside is fully melted. Be mindful of the heat to prevent burning.
Step 8
Remove the perfectly cooked Monte Cristo sandwich from the pan and cut it into desired portions. Cutting it diagonally twice will make it look even more appealing.
Step 9
And there you have it! A delicious, sweet-and-salty Monte Cristo sandwich with a perfectly crispy exterior and a wonderfully creamy interior. Enjoy your fantastic home brunch!
