Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches

A decadent, crispy-on-the-outside, creamy-on-the-inside dessert that combines golden-fried dough with luscious strawberry cheesecake filling. Think cheesecake meets French toast meets strawberry shortcake—pure indulgence!

Ingredients

For the Cheesecake Filling:

8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup (60g) diced fresh strawberries (or strawberry jam)
1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for brightness)

For the Sandwich Assembly:

8 slices brioche bread (or Texas toast, crusts trimmed)
2 large eggs
¼ cup (60ml) milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
1 cup (120g) graham cracker crumbs (or crushed vanilla wafers)
Butter or oil for frying

For Serving (Optional):

Powdered sugar
Fresh strawberries
Whipped cream
Chocolate or caramel drizzle

Instructions

1. Make the Cheesecake Filling:

Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Fold in diced strawberries (or swirl in jam) and lemon juice. Chill for 15 minutes to firm up.

2. Assemble the Sandwiches:

Spread 2-3 tbsp filling between two slices of bread, pressing gently to seal edges.
In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon.
Dip each sandwich in the egg mixture, letting excess drip off, then coat in graham cracker crumbs.

3. Fry to Golden Perfection:

Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Fry sandwiches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

4. Serve Warm:

Dust with powdered sugar, top with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, or drizzle with chocolate sauce.

Why You’ll Love It:

✔️ Creamy, fruity, crispy—all textures in one bite!
✔️ Quick to make (ready in 30 minutes).
✔️ Versatile—swap strawberries for blueberries, Nutella, or peaches.

Tips & Tricks:

🔥 Air Fryer Option: Spray with oil and air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway.
🍓 Extra Gooey? Add a layer of melted white chocolate inside the sandwich.
🍽 Make Ahead: Assemble (unfried) and refrigerate overnight—cook just before serving.

Warning: Highly addictive! Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate treat. 🍓🔥

Want a baked version or a savory twist? Let me know!