Stuffed French Toast Recipe (Easy & Foolproof)

In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix with a hand mixer or a sturdy spatula until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Take 4 slices of bread and spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over them, going almost to the edges. Top with the remaining 4 slices of bread to create sandwiches. Gently press down on the edges to help seal them.

In a shallow dish (like a pie plate), whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla until fully combined and slightly frothy.

Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and a splash of oil. Working one at a time, take a stuffed sandwich and quickly dip each side into the egg custard, allowing any excess to drip off. Do not let it soak for more than a few seconds per side.

Immediately place the custard-coated sandwich onto the hot skillet. Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, until deep golden brown and crispy. The heat should be low enough to warm the filling through without burning the exterior.

Repeat with the remaining sandwiches, adding more butter to the pan as needed. Serve immediately, dusted with powdered sugar and drizzled with maple syrup. Slicing them diagonally before serving shows off the beautiful filling.