Toasted Strawberry-Cream Cheese Breakfast Sandwiches

Vegetarian
Health score
8%
Toasted Strawberry-Cream Cheese Breakfast Sandwiches
66 min.
4
688kcal

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Kickstart your morning with a delightful twist on breakfast that will leave your taste buds dancing! Our Toasted Strawberry-Cream Cheese Breakfast Sandwiches are not only a feast for the eyes but also a delicious way to fuel your day. Imagine layers of smooth, creamy cheese infused with zesty orange, harmoniously paired with sun-ripened strawberries marinated in pink sparkling wine. Each bite is a sweet escape, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures.

Perfect for brunch gatherings or a cozy morning treat, these sandwiches are made with soft cinnamon raisin bread that brings an aromatic warmth, while a drizzle of maple syrup adds a hint of sweetness that complements the rich cream cheese. Topped with crunchy white chocolate and garnished with fresh strawberries, every sandwich is a mini celebration.

This vegetarian delight comes together in just over an hour and serves four hungry souls, making it great for sharing. Whether it's a lounge-lazy Sunday or a busy weekday morning, these tasty sandwiches are sure to impress. Treat yourself and your loved ones to breakfast that feels special—because every morning deserves a taste of something extraordinary!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • slices cinnamon raisin bread 
  • ounce cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup maple syrup 
  • tablespoons orange juice fresh
  • teaspoons orange zest finely grated
  • 0.8 cup pink sparkling wine 
  • 2.5 cups strawberries fresh hulled cleaned sliced
  • 0.8 cup chocolate white finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Place the strawberries in a bowl with the sparkling wine and let marinate at least 20 minutes.
  2. Drain the strawberries, reserving the sparkling wine. Set aside 1/2 cup of strawberries for a garnish.
  3. Meanwhile, combine the cream cheese, white chocolate, orange zest, and orange juice in a separate bowl; stir and blend until smooth.
  4. Spread 4 slices of raisin bread with the cream cheese mixture. Arrange the drained strawberries over the cream cheese. Top with remaining 4 slices of raisin bread to make a sandwich.
  5. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. Place the sandwiches in the skillet; cook until lightly toasted on each side, about 2 minutes per side.
  7. Place the toasted sandwiches on serving plates, and cut in half.
  8. Drizzle evenly with maple syrup, and garnish with remaining strawberries.
  9. Serve with the reserved sparkling wine.

Nutrition Facts

Calories688kcal
Protein5.75%
Fat47.03%
Carbs47.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
86.63
Glycemic Load
41.19
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.512174191682%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.51mg
Petunidin
0.1mg
Delphinidin
0.28mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
22.36mg
Peonidin
0.05mg
Catechin
2.8mg
Epigallocatechin
0.7mg
Epicatechin
0.38mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.14mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.1mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
1.02mg
Naringenin
0.42mg
Kaempferol
0.45mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.02mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:688.47kcal
34.42%
Fat:35.7g
54.93%
Saturated Fat:20.43g
127.69%
Carbohydrates:80.67g
26.89%
Net Carbohydrates:76.46g
27.8%
Sugar:49.43g
54.93%
Cholesterol:77.51mg
25.84%
Sodium:433.49mg
18.85%
Alcohol:2.83g
100%
Alcohol %:1.11%
100%
Protein:9.82g
19.63%
Manganese:1.54mg
77.15%
Vitamin C:58.71mg
71.16%
Vitamin B2:0.95mg
55.79%
Selenium:16.93µg
24.18%
Folate:87.06µg
21.76%
Calcium:205.05mg
20.51%
Vitamin A:975.82IU
19.52%
Phosphorus:192.48mg
19.25%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.49%
Fiber:4.21g
16.83%
Potassium:551.67mg
15.76%
Vitamin B3:2.51mg
12.54%
Iron:2.25mg
12.48%
Magnesium:47.47mg
11.87%
Copper:0.18mg
9.04%
Vitamin E:1.3mg
8.67%
Zinc:1.3mg
8.65%
Vitamin B5:0.82mg
8.16%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.9%
Vitamin K:6.81µg
6.48%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.59%
Source:Allrecipes