Looking for a delicious way to turn ordinary sandwich bread into something special? These crispy ham and cheese sandwiches are golden and crunchy on the outside, with warm, melted cheese on the inside!
Made with simple ingredients like bread, eggs, ham, and cheese, each sandwich is dipped in a seasoned egg batter, coated with breadcrumbs, and pan-fried until beautifully golden.
This easy breakfast recipe is perfect for busy mornings, weekend brunch, or a satisfying snack. No oven or deep frying required!
Try two delicious versions—one with mozzarella and the other with cheddar cheese!
Crispy Ham and Cheese Sandwiches
Golden, crunchy ham and cheese sandwiches coated in egg batter and breadcrumbs, then pan-fried until crispy with melted cheese inside.
Ingredients
Method
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and all-purpose flour until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Spread mayonnaise evenly over all four slices of bread.
- For the first sandwich, layer two slices of mozzarella cheese and two slices of ham between two slices of bread, with the mayonnaise facing inward.
- For the second sandwich, layer two slices of cheddar cheese and two slices of ham between the remaining slices of bread.
- Place the breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Heat olive oil or butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
- Dip the first sandwich into the egg batter, coating all sides, including the edges. Then coat evenly with breadcrumbs.
- Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, turning as needed, until golden brown and crispy on all sides, including the edges.
- Transfer to a plate. Repeat with the second sandwich, adding a little more oil or butter if needed.
- Serve warm while the cheese is melted and the coating is crispy.
Notes
For the crispiest results, cook over medium-low heat to prevent the breadcrumbs from burning before the cheese melts.
Make sure to coat the edges of each sandwich with egg batter and breadcrumbs for an evenly crispy crust.
Use mozzarella for a mild, stretchy cheese filling or cheddar for a richer, sharper flavor.
Serve immediately for the best crispy texture and melted cheese.
Estimated Nutrition Per Serving
Serving size: 1 sandwich (recipe makes 2)
| Calories | 650 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 49 g |
| Protein | 34 g |
| Total Fat | 35 g |
| Saturated Fat | 13 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 1,150 mg |
| Cholesterol | 345 mg |
Nutrition values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and quantities used.