Description
Galentine’s Monte Cristo is a playful twist on the classic brunch favorite, designed to celebrate friendship and joy. This indulgent dish layers savory turkey, ham, and melty Swiss cheese between thick-cut brioche bread, dipped in a sweet egg wash and fried to golden perfection. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup, it’s an irresistible treat that will delight your taste buds and elevate any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices thick-cut brioche bread
- 4 oz thinly sliced deli ham
- 4 oz thinly sliced turkey
- 4 oz Swiss cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- Lay out four slices of brioche on a clean surface.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs and milk until combined.
- On two slices of bread, layer ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese. Top with another slice to form a sandwich.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture thoroughly, then place in the skillet.
- Cook for approximately 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese begins to ooze.
- Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with maple syrup before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 210mg