Monte Cristo Sandwich
A classic, savory-sweet sandwich with layers of baked ham and melted Gruyere cheese, dipped in a rich egg mixture, and toasted until golden. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and served with honey or preserves for a perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1 pinch salt plus more to taste
- 1 pinch black pepper plus more to taste
- 4 slices sturdy white bread
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 0.5 pound thick-sliced baked ham
- 4 ounces Gruyere cheese shredded
- 2 tbsp butter
- powdered sugar for serving (optional)
- honey or preserves for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Crack 2 eggs into a large shallow dish. Add a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk until combined and frothy.
- Lay 4 slices of bread on a work surface. Spread mustard on two slices and mayonnaise on the other two.
- Divide the ham between the mustard-covered slices, sprinkle with cheese, and season with additional salt and pepper.
- Top with the mayonnaise-covered slices, pressing gently to form sandwiches.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Dip each sandwich in the egg mixture to coat both sides, then cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Let rest briefly, cut diagonally, dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve with honey or preserves.
Notes
Swap Gruyere with Swiss cheese for a milder flavor.