Monte Cristo Delights Recipe

Elevate the classic Monte Cristo sandwich into irresistible baked squares! This recipe, adapted from the 125th Anniversary Pennsylvania State Grange Cookbook, delivers crispy, golden-brown squares filled with savory ham, melted Swiss cheese, and a tangy custard dipping sauce. Perfect for brunch, appetizers, or a unique twist on comfort food!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 326.5 kcal
Protein 49g
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Ingredients for Monte Cristo Delights

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How to Make Monte Cristo Delights

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish (8x8 inch).
  2. Spread 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard on one side of each bread slice.
  3. Layer 2 slices of ham and 2 slices of Swiss cheese on 4 slices of the mustard-spread bread.
  4. Top each with a remaining slice of bread, mustard-side down.
  5. In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs and milk.
  6. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
  7. Place the sandwiches in the prepared baking dish.
  8. Drizzle melted butter evenly over the sandwiches.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Let cool slightly before cutting into squares.
  11. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired.
  12. Serve warm with custard sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

41 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

19g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Monte Cristo Delights?

Monte Cristo Delights takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Monte Cristo Delights?

Monte Cristo Delights has approximately 326.5 calories per serving, with about 49 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Monte Cristo Delights?

The key ingredients for Monte Cristo Delights are Bisquick, Egg, Skim Milk, Low Fat Swiss Cheese, Reduced Fat Ham, Turkey. See the full list with measurements above.

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