Description

Here’s a delicious, indulgent, and fair-style Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches recipe — crispy on the outside, creamy and fruity on the inside. It’s dessert sandwich heaven!

Ingredients

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For the Cheesecake Filling:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup powdered sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped (or strawberry jam for a quicker version)

For the Sandwiches:

8 slices white sandwich bread (soft and squishy works best)

1–2 tablespoons strawberry jam (optional – for layering)

2 eggs

1/4 cup milk

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)

Vegetable oil, for frying

Powdered sugar and extra strawberries for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Make the filling:

In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Fold in chopped strawberries (or swirl in a spoonful of jam if using).

2. Assemble the sandwiches:

Flatten each slice of bread with a rolling pin to make them easier to seal.
Spread a heaping tablespoon of cheesecake filling onto 4 slices of bread.
Top with the remaining 4 slices to form sandwiches.
Gently press the edges together — you can even seal them with a fork like a hand pie.

3. Dip & fry:

In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and cinnamon.
Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides.

4. Fry until golden:

Heat 1–2 inches of oil in a skillet over medium heat (about 350°F/175°C).
Fry the sandwiches 1–2 at a time for about 1–2 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
Transfer to paper towels to drain.

5. Coat in sugar:

While still warm, roll or sprinkle the sandwiches in granulated sugar for a cinnamon-toast crunch.

Notes

✅ Tips:

For a richer taste, use brioche or challah bread.
Want a shortcut? Use store-bought strawberry cream cheese.
You can air-fry these too — brush with butter and cook at 375°F for 4–5 minutes per side.