monte cristo sandwich

This is the ultimate make at home Monte Cristo Sandwich - with turkey, ham and cheese in a sandwich that is cooked French toast style. If desired, serve with powdered sugar and raspberry jam. It’s a sweet and savory combo that will convert even a skeptic!

Monte Cristo Sandwich

eggs

milk

butter

white bread

mayonnaise

lb deli sliced ham

lb deli sliced turkey

cheese

Powdered sugar and raspberry jam,

In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and the milk.

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Lay 4 pieces of bread down and top with 1 slice of cheese on each piece of bread. Place 1/4 of the ham on top of each piece of cheese.

Take 4 more slices of bread and spread about 1/2 tablespoon of mayonnaise on one side. Place the mayonnaise side down on top of the ham, then spread another 1/2 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the opposite side of the bread. Repeat with the 3 remaining sandwiches.

Place 1/4 of the turkey on top of each sandwich, then top with another slice of cheese. Place the last 4 slices of bread on top of each sandwich.

Press down on each sandwich firmly to press together slightly.

Dip each sandwich quickly into the egg and milk mixture. They need to be coated, but not soaked.

Place the sandwiches in the skillet with the butter. Cook until the bread is toasted and the cheese on the side against the skillet is melted, then carefully flip the sandwich over and cook the other side.

Slice the sandwiches in half to serve, and serve dusted with powdered sugar and a side of raspberry jam for dipping, if desired.

I made these for my family during quarantine, any got rave reviews. I used Gruyere cheese and found less is more with the meats. The first one i made was a bit overstuffed, and did not press together well. It fell apart on the griddle. Just a slice or two of each meat was sufficient, and stayed together better. The sandwiches compressed nicely, and the meat didn't overpower the other succulent flavors. Great recipe! Raspberry jam topped it off. Thank you!

This sounds so good, can’t wait to see how it goes!

How to make copycat Disneyland Monte Cristo Sandwiches, the best Monte Cristo sandwich recipe around!&nbsp;

Copycat Disneyland Monte Cristo Sandwiches

flour

baking powder

salt

sugar

Swiss cheese

turkey

Texas style white bread bread

vegetable oil

sugar raspberry jam

Sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.

In a separate bowl, combine the milk and egg thoroughly.&nbsp;

Add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients and combine until there are no lumps. The batter should be fairly runny, yet still thick enough to stick to the sandwich. If needed, add a teensy bit more milk.

Make the sandwiches by layering a slice of Swiss cheese, then the 4 meat slices, then Swiss cheese, top with the remaining slice of bread. Putting cheese on either side of the meat ensures a beautiful melty goodness when you are done! Leave the sandwiches whole for frying, as you lose the cheesy goodness inside otherwise. Only slice them after they are cooked up!&nbsp;

Place a toothpick on each corner of the sandwich.

Dip the whole sandwich in the batter, covering the surface completely and fry in 340 degrees Fahrenheit oil until golden. The Texas toast will take longer to heat up the inside, thus the lower frying temperature. If you are using normal bread, you can go up to around 360 degrees Fahrenheit for frying.&nbsp;

Remove and drain on paper towels.&nbsp;

Remove the toothpicks and sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired. If you want the real Disney deal, dip your sandwich in raspberry jam!

Ham and cheese never looked so good. Try this easy Monte Cristo Sandwich for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

salt and pepper

bread

yellow mustard

ounce, weight shredded gruyere cheese

Beat eggs in a shallow dish (large enough...

Beat eggs in a shallow dish (large enough to fit a sandwich) along with a few pinches of salt and pepper. Set aside.

Assemble sandwiches, with mustard, mayonnaise, ham, cheese, salt...

Assemble sandwiches, with mustard, mayonnaise, ham, cheese, salt and pepper to personal preference. Slightly compress sandwich.

Heat skillet over medium heat. Add butter; allow...

Heat skillet over medium heat. Add butter; allow to melt.

Dip and coat each sandwich in beaten egg,...

Dip and coat each sandwich in beaten egg, and place in skillet. Cook sandwiches 2-3 minutes on each side, until browned to liking and cheese has melted.

These copycat sweet-meets-savory Disneyland favorite Blue Bayou Monte Cristo Sandwiches are made with rich challah bread stuffed with ham, turkey and cheese, then fried, dusted in powdered sugar, and dipped in jam!  Perfect for brunch or dinner!

Monte Cristo Sandwiches

all-purpose flour

water

challah bread, (1/2-inch thick)

canola oil, (for frying)

Powdered sugar, (for dusting)

Raspberry or blackberry jam

In an 8x8-inch baking dish, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, water and milk, then add to the flour mixture. Whisk thoroughly until smooth and no lumps of flour remain, then set aside.

On each of 4 slices of bread, arrange one slice of ham, turkey, and swiss. Top with the remaining bread slices, then using a sharp knife, slice each sandwich in half on the diagonal.  You may wish to insert toothpicks to hold everything together until the sandwich is fried.

Heat oil over medium-high heat to between 365-375 degrees.  If the oil starts to smoke, turn the temperature down. Working carefully, dip each sandwich into the prepared batter, then lift out and allow excess batter to drip off. Gently lower the sandwich into the hot oil.  Repeat with the remaining sandwiches. Work in batches and do not crowd the pan.

Cook in the oil for about 3 minutes, then flip and cook the other side of the sandwich for another 3 minutes, until golden brown on both sides.

Gently remove each diagonal sandwich half from the hot oil using tongs and set on a paper-towel lined baking sheet. Place in a warm oven until ready to serve. Repeat the process with the remaining three sandwiches, frying each sandwich one at a time and allowing the oil temperature to come back up between each batch.

When ready to serve, dust each sandwich with powdered sugar and serve with raspberry or blackberry jam on the side.

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This copycat recipe for sweet-meets-savory Disneyland favorite Blue Bayou Monte Cristo Sandwiches is a family favorite of ours!

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How to Make Monte Cristo Sandwiches

French Toast meets a meaty grilled cheese sandwich in this classic brunch indulgence.This Monte Cristo Sandwich recipe is sweet and savory comfort food at its best! Great for using leftover holiday turkey or ham.

Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe

farmhouse white sandwich bread, brioche,

unsalted butter (, divided (I use European-style,

Dijon mustard

red currant jelly

Swiss cheese (or shredded Gruyere (2 ounces))

ham ((2 ounces))

turkey ((2 ounces))

kosher salt

nutmeg

confectioner's sugar (, for dusting)

Soften 1 tablespoon of butter and very lightly butter one side of two slices of the bread, and both sides of the third slice of bread. Spread Dijon mustard onto the unbuttered side of one slice of bread, and 1 teaspoon of jam or jelly onto the unbuttered side of the final slice.

Assemble sandwich in the following order: 1 ounce/slice of Swiss/Gruyere on top of the Dijon, followed by the ham, the slice of fully buttered bread, turkey, 1 ounce/slice of Swiss/Gruyere, and the remaining slice of bread, jelly side down. Trim crusts, if desired. 

Loosely wrap the sandwich with plastic wrap and weigh it down with a grill press or skillet for 3-5 minutes.

In a shallow dish, whisk together egg, milk, salt, and nutmeg. Dip sandwich into the egg mixture, until some of the liquid absorbs into the bread, but it isn't falling apart.&nbsp;

Melt together vegetable oil and remaining butter in a skillet (I like to use cast iron). Cook 3-4 minutes per side, until sandwich is golden and cheese is melted. Transfer to paper towels to drain.

Heat remaining jam or jelly in a small saucepan or microwave until warmed. Dust sandwich with confectioner's sugar, slice in half, and serve with jelly on the side.&nbsp;

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This indulgent Monte Cristo Sandwich recipe layers ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese with custard-soaked brioche. Pan-fried until golden and served with powdered sugar and jelly for dipping, this is the ultimate in sweet-savory brunch comfort food.

Monte Cristo Sandwich is piled high with ham, turkey, cheese, and three slices of honey wheat bread that is dipped in batter and deep-fried to a golden brown.

Monte Cristo Sandwich {Bennigan's Copycat}

honey wheat bread

honey

cheddar cheese

(375 g) all-purpose flour

eggs, (beaten)

vegetable or canola oil, (for deep frying)

confectioners' sugar

red raspberry preserves, (for dipping)

honey mustard, ((optional) for dipping)

Assemble the sandwich. One slice of bread topped with turkey, cheese, bread, ham, cheese, and bread.

Assemble sandwiches on a work surface.  Start with one slice of bread, three slices of turkey, 1 slice of Swiss cheese, another slice of bread, three slices of ham, 1 slice of cheddar cheese and one final slice of bread.

Slice sandwiches diagonally and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in refrigerator for 3 hours.

Slice the sandwich diagonally and then wrap tightly in plastic wrap and chill for 2-3 hours (up to overnight).  Chilling allows the sandwich to firm up which will help it hold together in the frying process.

Sandwich

Make batter.

After chilling the sandwiches, make the batter*.

Combine flour, baking powder, and salt.

In a large bowl combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk to combine.

In separate bowl, combine water and egg. Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture and whisk well.

In a separate bowl combine water and egg, whisking to combine.  Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and whisk well until all ingredients are incorporated and the batter is smooth. Set aside while you heat the oil.

Batter

Heat oil in a large pot.

Pour about 2 inches (or more) of oil into a large pot (enough to cover the sandwich) and set it over medium heat. Heat the oil to a temperature between 325°F-350°F.

Remove sandwich from refrigerator, unwrap it, and dip in batter and then fry in oil.

Working one half a sandwich at a time, remove the plastic wrap from the chilled sandwich and dip it into the batter with your hands. Then, use metal tongs to dip the sandwich into the hot oil. You may have to hold down the sandwich to submerge in oil or flip it. Fry until golden brown (4-5 minutes with homemade batter or closer to 4 minutes with pancake batter ). Remove from the oil and set on a paper towel-lined plate to drain slightly. Repeat with the remaining halves.

Sprinkle fried sandwiches with confectioners&#39; sugar and dip into raspberry preserves.

Sprinkle the fried sandwich lightly with confectioners&#039; sugar and serve with a side of raspberry preserves for dipping.

Frying the Sandwiches

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Monte Cristo Sandwich is piled high with ham, turkey, cheese, and three slices of honey wheat bread that is dipped in batter and deep-fried to a golden brown. It is also served with raspberry preserves for dipping. In every bite, you get the sweetness of the batter and the protein in the meat.

Monte Cristo

A delicious Monte Cristo Sandwich recipe with ham, turkey and cheese, battered, pan fried and served with powdered sugar and raspberry jam.

cinnamon

vegetable oil (,

Tablespoon dijon mustard

white bread (, challah or brioche)

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.

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This delicious Monte Cristo Sandwich combines sweet and savory, with ham, turkey and Swiss cheese sandwiched with a touch of dijon, battered and cooked until crispy. Serve it with a dusting of powdered sugar and a side of raspberry jam.

While Bennigans may not be around anymore, you can still enjoy their famous Monte Cristo sandwich at home.&nbsp;

Bennigan’s Monte Cristo Sandwich

Wheat bread

Deli turkey

Deli ham

American cheese

vegetable oil (for frying)

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Place turkey and Swiss cheese on one slice of bread and ham and American cheese on another slice of bread. Place third slice in-between and secure the triple-decker sandwich in the corners with toothpicks.

Place egg in mixing bowl, add water and beat together. Add salt, sugar, flour, and baking powder. Beat batter until smooth.

Dip sandwich in batter and carefully cover all the sides and surface. Carefully place in hot oil and fry until golden. When the sandwich has turned a warm gold color remove it from the hot oil and place it on a paper towel. Let cool for a few minutes before removing the toothpicks. Before serving slice into fourths and sprinkle with powder sugar.

Serve with raspberry preserves, pickle garnish, and your favorite French fried potatoes.

This Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole is simple and full of flavor. Ham, cheese, raspberry preserves, brioche bread, it&#39;s all in this casserole and it&#39;s all delicious!

Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole

Brioche bread

deli ham

swiss cheese

Raspberry preserves

Honey mustard

Salt and Pepper to taste

Gouda cheese

Sugar

Spread a layer of raspberry preserves on half of the bread slices (about a teaspoon). Then top with ham and swiss cheese. On the other bread slices, spread each one with a dollop of honey mustard (be genergous, this is brings the flavor!) . Place the bread slices with the honey mustard on top of the other slices to make a ham sandwich. Cut each sandwich diagonally from each corner to make triangles.

Place the triangle pieces in the prepared pan with the pointy ends up.

In a bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, salt, and pepper, and then pour over all the triangle pieces. Sprinkle the smoked Gouda cheese over the entire dish. Cover the pan with aluminum foil and place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours (can chill overnight).

When you are ready to bake the dish, preheat the oven to 350, remove the cover, and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the eggs are set (no longer runny).

Cool for 5-10 minutes and dust with powdered sugar. Slice and serve with a dollop of raspberry preserves.

This Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe features deli ham and turkey and slices of Swiss cheese piled on white bread with raspberry jam. The sandwich is dipped in egg then cooked until golden brown. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or lunch!

hearty white bread

deli turkey

raspberry jam

vanilla extract

Butter

Maple syrup raspberry jam

In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.

Lay out the slices of bread on a clean surface.

Spread a thin layer of raspberry jam on one side of each bread slice.

Place 2 slices of ham, 2 slices of turkey, and 2 slices of Swiss cheese on four of the bread slices with the jam.

Top each sandwich with another bread slice, jam side down, to complete the sandwiches.

Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter.

Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides evenly. Allow any excess egg mixture to drip off.

Carefully place the dipped sandwiches onto the preheated skillet or griddle.

Cook each side for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Remove the sandwiches from the heat and let them cool slightly.

Optional: Dust the sandwiches with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness.

Serve the Monte Cristo sandwiches warm with maple syrup or additional raspberry jam for dipping, if desired. Enjoy!

I use honey to dip the sandwich in since I dont care for the jam and its delish

just a thought:Giving a history of such on different sandwich’s such as the Monte Cristo …. In Hawaii Spam sandwich’s are an item . Maybe throw in a couple of their recipes…

i have made them using apple jam and they were wonderful

i have made them using grape jam and they were wonderful

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This Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe features deli ham and turkey and slices of Swiss cheese piled on white bread with raspberry jam.

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