Turkey Jack Appetizers Mini Monte Cristos
Perfect for holiday gatherings or casual entertaining, these Turkey Jack Appetizers Mini Monte Cristos are a delightful twist on the classic sandwich! Featuring tender roasted turkey, creamy Monterey Jack cheese, and a touch of tangy Dijon mustard, these bite-sized treats are dipped in a rich egg coating and skillet-cooked to golden perfection. Finished with a festive cranberry sauce dip and optional powdered sugar for a sweet-savory contrast, these mini Monte Cristos bring a sophisticated flare to any appetizer spread. With just 15 minutes of prep, these easy-to-make and crowd-pleasing snacks are the ultimate combination of comfort food and elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 slices sliced white bread
- 6 slices sliced roasted turkey breast
- 6 slices Monterey Jack cheese
- 3 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cups milk
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 cups cranberry sauce
- 1 teaspoons powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
Using a rolling pin, gently flatten each slice of white bread until thin and even. Trim off crusts if desired for uniformity.
Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on each slice of bread.
Cut the turkey slices and Monterey Jack cheese slices in half to form smaller portions that fit the size of the bread slices.
Create each mini sandwich by layering half a slice of turkey and half a slice of Monterey Jack cheese on top of one piece of bread. Place another piece of bread on top to form a sandwich. Repeat for all slices.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper to create the coating mixture.
Dip each mini sandwich in the egg mixture, ensuring all sides are coated evenly. Let excess mixture drip off before cooking.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt one tablespoon of butter. Cook the sandwiches in batches, about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and heated through. Add more butter to the skillet as needed for subsequent batches.
Remove sandwiches from skillet and allow to cool slightly. Cut each sandwich into quarters to create bite-sized pieces.
Serve warm with cranberry sauce as a dipping accompaniment. For a festive touch, sprinkle with a light dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2410 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.6 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.4 g | 257% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 711 mg | 237% | |
| Sodium | 6250 mg | 272% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.2 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.7 g | ||
| Protein | 133.5 g | 267% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1938 mg | 149% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1252 mg | 27% | |
*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.
