This Monte Cristo sandwich recipe cooked in the air fryer, is the perfect way to cook this delectable sandwich. Crispy bread, piled high with ham, turkey and cheese. It is a true phenomenon.
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The monte cristo sandwich recipe below is a great take on the classic sandwich. This hack makes it so much quicker and easier in the air fryer. Once you try it you will be hooked.
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What makes this recipe great? This sandwich is a sandwich lovers dream. Tons of meat and cheese warmed up. It is savory and sweet perfection. Who invented this delight? Find out here.
- 30 Minute Meal: Less than 30 minutes in the air fryer.
- Delicious Ingredients: All found perfect on their own but combined like this they are next level.
- Family Friendly: They are different, fun and a staple at Disney so how could your family resist.
- Adaptable: Can make it with different meats and cheeses.
What You Need to Make this Monte Cristo Sandwich Recipe
Ingredients
- pancake mix
- egg
- milk
- water
- vanilla
- powdered sugar
- raspberry jelly
- Swiss cheese
- ham
- Texas toast
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
How to Make this Sandwich – Step by Step
- Make Mix: First, mix milk, water, vanilla and pancake mix together in a bowl.
- Build: Second, assemble the sandwich like this: bread, 2 slices of cheese, 5 slices of ham, 2 slices of cheese and bread.
- Secure: Then using toothpicks, stab the corners of the sandwich to lock together.
- Dip: Next, dip the sandwich in the batter on both sides and place sandwich in lined air fryer basket.
- Fry: Cook on 370 for 7 minutes, flip and cook for 3 minutes.
- Serve: Finally, remove and serve with powdered sugar dusting.
Common Questions About Monte Cristo Sandwiches
No, you can use any type of custard like batter to dip your sandwich in.
Leftover or premade french toast are a great time saving hack for this recipe?
Indeed, you can use the jam or a spicy mustard for a more savory sandwich right in this sandwich instead of just dipping.
Of course, while great fresh you can freeze these sandwiches in an airtight container for up to two months.
If you have leftovers, You can reheat it in the microwave for about 25 seconds or in the air fryer for about 5 minutes at 370. Flip once.
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Expert Tips for Making Monte Cristo Sandwiches
- Easter Brunch: A great recipe to use leftover Easter brunch foods. You can assemble and have the next day or freeze for later meals.
- Add Turkey: The recipe does not feature turkey, however, the traditional sandwich does, so add some!
- Short cut tip: Feel free to use premade or ready made pancake mix to speed up the prep.
- Variation tip: Syrup. Serve with a side of maple syrup for dipping.
- Alternate ingredient: Gruyere cheese is a great alternative to swiss.
- Different bread: Truly any bread works, a whole wheat, whole grain or any bread that you enjoy for this recipe.
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Air Fryer Monte Cristo Sandwich
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup pancake mix
- 1 egg
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup raspberry jelly
- 16 slices Swiss cheese
- 20 slices ham
- 8 slices Texas toast
Instructions
- Mix milk, water,egg, vanilla and pancake mix together in a bowl. Make sure batter is thick, add pancake mix to thicken.
- Assemble the sandwich like this: bread, 2 slices of cheese, 5 slices of ham, 2 slices of cheese and bread.
- Using toothpicks, stab the corners of the sandwich to lock both slices of bread together.
- Dip the sandwich in the batter on both sides and place sandwich in lined and pulled air fryer basket.
- Cook on 370 for 7 minutes, flip and cook for 3 minutes.
- Remove and serve with powdered sugar dusting and dip in some jelly.
Christina’s Notes
- Easter Brunch: A great recipe to use leftover Easter brunch foods. You can assemble and have the next day or freeze for later meals.
- Add Turkey: The recipe does not feature turkey, however, the traditional sandwich does, so add some!
- Short cut tip: Feel free to use premade or ready made pancake mix to speed up the prep.
- Variation tip: Syrup. Serve with a side of maple syrup for dipping.
- Alternate ingredient: Gruyere cheese is a great alternative to swiss.
- Different bread: Use a whole wheat, whole grain or any bread that you enjoy for this recipe.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
Nutrition
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I’m assuming you add the egg to the pancake mix? Recipe doesn’t mention it beyond the ingredient list.
Yes, it is part of the batter. The recipe card has been updated
Delicious! Did old school farmer style on the French Toast- no water, or pancake mix- just 1 egg and a bit of milk. That made it perfect for a smaller batch of 1-2 sandwiches. Also, dipped both sides of bread in egg mix before assembling the sandwich; worked great! Thank you for a favorite Disney Land Food!
Yum! A hot sandwich with melty cheese is pure comfort food for me.
These Monte Cristo sandwiches were a hit with the whole family. Such a fun way to change things up and I loved being able to use my air fryer.
So scrumptious and easy to make. We had them for brunch on Sunday and we’ll definitely be making them again.
Thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe! Will surely have this again! It’s really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!