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Sweet & Savory Monte Cristo

This irresistible Monte Cristo sandwich combines the best of French toast and a gourmet sandwich in one delicious bite. Featuring layers of Swiss cheese and ham nestled between honey mustard-slathered bread, then dipped in egg mixture and cooked to golden perfection. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and served alongside tangy raspberry jam, it's the ultimate sweet-and-savory comfort food that's perfect for brunch or any time you want to elevate your sandwich game.
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Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Sandwich
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 285kcal

Equipment

Heatproof Bowl
Skillet

Ingredients

  • 8 slices white bread
  • 3 tablespoons honey mustard
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1/4 lb thinly sliced ham
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1/3 cup nonfat milk
  • Cooking spray
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • 1/4 cup seedless raspberry jam

Instructions

  • Mix the egg whites and milk together in a large bowl until well combined.
  • Spread honey mustard evenly on 4 slices of bread.
  • Layer Swiss cheese and ham on the mustard-covered bread, then top with remaining bread slices to form 4 sandwiches.
  • Dip each sandwich in the egg mixture, coating both sides thoroughly.
  • Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat to medium-high.
  • Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook until golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Flip sandwiches carefully and cook the other side until golden brown.
  • Remove from heat, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and serve immediately with raspberry jam on the side.

Notes

Use day-old bread for better absorption of the egg mixture and less sogginess
Substitute turkey or chicken for ham if preferred, or add thin slices of turkey for a triple-meat version
Gruyere or Emmental cheese can replace Swiss cheese for a more complex flavor
Make-ahead tip: Assemble sandwiches the night before and refrigerate, then dip in egg mixture and cook in the morning
For a lighter version, use whole wheat bread and add spinach or arugula for extra nutrients
If you don't have honey mustard, mix 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard with 1 tablespoon honey
Cook on medium heat if sandwiches are browning too quickly before the cheese melts completely

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4.5g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 890mg | Potassium: 220mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g