Monte Cristo

Indulge in the ultimate fusion of sweet and savory with this classic Monte Cristo sandwich recipe! Perfectly golden and crisp, these irresistible sandwiches are layered with sliced ham, turkey, and melty Swiss cheese, all encased in fluffy white bread. The magic happens when you dip them in a rich egg batter—with a hint of milk and seasoning—before pan-frying in butter to perfection. A light dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of sweetness, beautifully balanced by optional raspberry jam for dipping. Ready in just 25 minutes, this simple yet elegant dish makes for a decadent breakfast, brunch, or even a comforting lunch.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 6 slices White bread
• 4 slices Sliced ham
• 4 slices Sliced turkey
• 3 slices Swiss cheese
• 2 items Large eggs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar
• 0.25 cup Raspberry jam (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Lay out the slices of bread. On three slices, place one slice of ham, followed by one slice of turkey, and then one slice of Swiss cheese.

Step 2

Top each with the remaining three slices of bread to form sandwiches.

Step 3

In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, flour, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth.

Step 4

Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add the butter, allowing it to melt and coat the surface.

Step 5

Dip each sandwich into the egg batter, making sure to coat both sides thoroughly.

Step 6

Carefully place the dipped sandwiches onto the prepared skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 7

Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and allow them to rest for a minute. Optionally, dust the tops with powdered sugar.

Step 8

Slice each sandwich in half, if desired, and serve warm with raspberry jam on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	724.1 grams (724.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1412

Total Fat 53.80g	69%
Saturated Fat 24.90g	124%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.40g
Cholesterol 584mg	195%
Sodium 3941mg	171%
Total Carbohydrate 148.00g	54%
Dietary Fiber 5.60g	20%
Total Sugars 55.30g
Protein 91.10g	182%

Vitamin D 119IU	596%
Calcium 1319mg	101%
Iron 9mg	50%
Potassium 1017mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.6%

Protein: 25.3%

Carbs: 41.1%