Monte Cristo Sandwich
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
581 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Brunch
Monte Cristo Sandwich
Description
The Monte Cristo Sandwich assembles sliced white bread with a thin spread of Dijon mustard, stacked with turkey, Swiss cheese, and ham before being sealed with a second slice of bread. The sandwich is then secured with toothpicks and dipped in a batter made from flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, eggs, and milk. After coating, the sandwich is fried in vegetable oil until golden and crisp on both sides. The batter's cinnamon adds a subtle warmth that enhances the sandwich's flavor profile.
The contrast between the crispy, fried outer layer and the savory, melty cheese and meat filling creates a satisfying combination. The sandwich is commonly served cut into halves or quarters, sprinkled with powdered sugar, and paired with a tart berry jam like raspberry or blackberry, providing a delicate balance of sweet and savory tastes.
Optional baking instructions exist to prepare the sandwiches in the oven. Various bread types like challah or brioche can be used, and cheeses such as Gruyere or Gouda are suitable alternatives. These sandwiches can be frozen after cooking for up to two months; reheating in a pan with butter helps to regain their crispiness.
Ingredients
Batter:
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 egg
- ¾ cup milk
- ¼ cup vegetable oil , for frying
Sandwiches:
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 8 lices white bread , challah or brioche
- 8 lices ham
- 8 lices turkey
- 8 lices swiss cheese
Topping:
- powdered sugar , as needed
- raspberry jam or blackberry jam
Instructions
- Assemble Sandwiches: Lay two slices of bread side by side. Spread with very thin layer of Dijon mustard. Top with turkey, Swiss cheese, ham, and second bread slice.
- Secure with Toothpicks on two opposite corners, from the top, at an angle, to help keep the sandwich together while battering.
- Make Batter: Add flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon to a mixing bowl and stir together. Whisk in eggs and milk until smooth.
- Heat Oil: Add oil to a skillet over medium heat.
- Dip Sandwiches: Use tongs to dip each sandwich into the batter, flipping to coat on both sides. Lift up and allow excess batter to drip off and set aside on a plate. Repeat with remaining sandwiches.
- Cook: Once oil in pan is hot, add one sandwich at a time, cooking for about 3 minutes (reduce heat if it starts to brown too much on the bottom) until golden and crisp. Flip and cook on the other side until golden. Remove to a paper towel lined plate.
- Serve: Cut into halves or quarters before serving, and dust with powdered sugar. Serve with a side of raspberry jam.
Notes
- Different breads like sourdough or whole grain can be used instead of white bread for variation.
- Try substituting Gruyere, Gouda, or Emmental cheese for Swiss to alter the flavor.
- Baking instead of frying involves placing battered sandwiches on a greased baking sheet and cooking at 400°F for 10-15 minutes per side until golden.
- The batter can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator before use.
- Cooked sandwiches freeze well for up to two months; thaw completely in the refrigerator before reheating in a skillet with a bit of butter to restore crispness.
- Serve sprinkled with powdered sugar and a side of raspberry or blackberry jam to complement the savory filling.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 581 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 581kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 174mg | 58% |
| Sodium | 1386mg | 58% |
| Potassium | 533mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 467IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 531mg | 53% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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