Monte Cristo Breakfast Sandwich
Breakfast Monte Cristos are the most requested breakfast at my house for birthdays and holidays. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is melt in your mouth amazing. Fried egg, ham, and Swiss cheese are nestled between two thick slices of French toast and cooked to perfection. We first discovered the Monte Cristo Sandwich on the menu at Disneyland in Cafe Orleans. It was love at first bite! I l serve this sandwich dusted with powdered sugar and topped with sweet raspberry jam. It’s so yummy! But, be warned, this is a very filling and satisfying breakfast. You won’t be hungry again until dinner.
Suggestions for Making Monte Cristo Sandwiches
I have had the most success making this Monte Cristo sandwich on a thick, dense bread. A light bread doesn’t hold the syrup and egg batter and tends to fall apart when grilling. A thicker bread holds together much better and holds the sweet taste of the syrup.Another key to making this extra delicious is the jam you use. Dip the sandwich in a bowl of jam or spread a little on as you take each bite. Raspberry preserves, strawberry jam, and apricot jam are all great choices. Don’t forget to sprinkle on a little powdered sugar!If you want “non-breakfast” Monte Cristo sandwiches just switch out the fried egg and add more deli black forest ham or deli turkey.You can also use Gruyere cheese instead of Swiss.This works well as a main dish. It also makes a great appetizer if you cut the sandwich into fourths and stick a toothpick in them.This recipe makes two large sandwiches, so be sure to adjust your ingredients if you’re cooking for a crowd.Because this is such a large, filling sandwich, we recommend serving it alongside a simple fruit such as grapes or strawberries.
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More Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipes
If you love Monte Cristo Sandwiches, try these variations. The Easy Monte Cristo Sandwiches are made with crescent rolls filled with ham and Swiss cheese. The Monte Cristo French Toast is also filled with turkey, ham and cheese. An egg mixture is poured over the top. Make it the night before, then bake the next morning.
How to Make a Monte Cristo Breakfast Sandwich
Easy Monte Cristo Recipe
Baked Monte Cristo French Toast
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