Monte Cristo Sandwich
Ham, turkey, and Swiss dipped in egg batter and griddled golden—the sweet-savory Monte Cristo brunch-or-dinner sandwich. Cook until the egg coating is set and the sandwich center is steaming hot (165°F).
🛒Ingredients
- 8 slices sturdy white or brioche bread
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 8 ounces thinly sliced ham
- 8 ounces thinly sliced turkey
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons butter for cooking
- Powdered sugar and raspberry jam for serving
🔧Kitchen Tools Needed
- Skillet
- Shallow dish
- Spatula
- Instant-read thermometer
📝Instructions
- 1
Build sandwiches: bread, Swiss, ham, turkey, Swiss, bread. Press firmly.
- 2
Whisk eggs, milk, and salt in a shallow dish. Dip each sandwich briefly on both sides to coat (don’t soak until soggy).
- 3
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook sandwiches 3–4 minutes per side until deep golden, egg is fully cooked, and the center is hot (about 165°F).
- 4
Dust lightly with powdered sugar; serve with warm raspberry jam.
- 5
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours; reheat in a 350°F oven until 165°F.
🥗Nutrition Information
⚡Calories per serving: 650
🏷️Recipe Tags
❓Frequently Asked Questions
Skip powdered sugar?
Totally fine—serve savory with mustard instead of jam.
Air fryer?
Dip, then air fry 375°F about 6–8 minutes, flipping once, to 165°F.
Only ham?
A ham-and-Swiss version works if you prefer.
Make ahead?
Assemble dry sandwiches earlier; dip and cook just before serving.
Food safety?
Cook egg batter through and heat center to 165°F; chill within 2 hours.
