Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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8 slices brioche or challah bread
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 tbsp powdered sugar
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1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
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1/4 cup strawberry jam
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2 large eggs
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3 tbsp milk
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2 tbsp butter
# Instructions:
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Mix softened cream cheese and powdered sugar in a small bowl until smooth.
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Spread cream cheese mixture onto one side of four slices of bread. Layer sliced strawberries and a spoonful of strawberry jam on top. Place the remaining bread slices on top to form sandwiches.
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In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs and milk.
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Dip each assembled sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring all sides are coated evenly.
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter, and fry sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
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Remove sandwiches from the skillet, drain on a paper towel-lined plate, and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
# Notes:
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For extra crunch, add chopped nuts, such as almonds or pecans, to the cream cheese mixture.
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Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 1 month. Reheat in a skillet or oven until warmed through.
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Substitute strawberry jam with raspberry or apricot jam for a variation.