Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Sandwiches
🔥 Ingredients:
For the Filling:
8 oz (1 block) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup strawberry jam or preserves
Optional: A few chopped fresh strawberries for texture
For the Sandwiches:
8 slices white bread (soft & squishy works best!)
Butter or margarine for spreading
Optional: 1 tsp cinnamon + 1 tbsp sugar (for that churro-like crust)
For Frying:
Vegetable oil (or any neutral oil), for frying
Toppings (optional but encouraged):
Powdered sugar for dusting
Whipped cream
Extra strawberry sauce or syrup
Ice cream 😈
🧑🍳 How to Make 'Em:
1. Make the cheesecake filling:
In a bowl, mix:
Cream cheese
Powdered sugar
Vanilla
Beat until smooth and creamy. Like... clouds-in-a-bakery-window creamy.
2. Assemble the sandwiches:
Take a slice of bread and spread a thick layer of the cream cheese mix.
Add a spoonful of strawberry jam on top (don’t go shy here).
Top with a second slice of bread to sandwich it.
Press the edges lightly to seal (pro tip: trim the crusts if you want a dessert Hot Pocket vibe).
3. Butter up & cinnamon-sugar it (optional but yum):
Lightly butter the outsides of the sandwich.
Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar if you're going for the crunchy-sweet outer shell.
4. Fry time:
Heat oil in a deep skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
Carefully place your sandwiches in once hot — fry 1-2 at a time.
Fry 1–2 mins per side until golden brown and crispy.
Remove and drain on paper towels.
5. Final glam:
Dust with powdered sugar.
Add a scoop of ice cream or drizzle with more strawberry sauce.
Serve warm and gooey.
💡 Pro Tips:
Want it extra indulgent? Dip the whole sandwich in an egg-milk batter (like French toast) before frying. Trust.
Air fryer version? Yes. Brush with butter, air fry at 375°F for 5–6 min flipping halfway.