IHOP Copycat Stuffed French Toast is made with thick slices of bread filled with a sweet cream cheese mixture, dipped in cinnamon French toast batter, and cooked until golden brown. Top it with berries and maple syrup for a homemade version of the classic breakfast.
I loved IHOP’s stuffed French toast, so being able to make a version at home is such a treat. The creamy filling tucked between two golden slices of French toast makes this one extra special.
Why I Love Stuffed French Toast
About the Ingredients ⭐
- Cream Cheese: Creates the creamy filling for the stuffed French toast.
- Powdered Sugar: Sweetens the cream cheese filling.
- Vanilla Extract: Adds flavor to the filling.
- Thick Bread: Thick slices hold the filling without falling apart.
- Eggs & Milk: Create the French toast mixture for dipping.
- Cinnamon & Sugar: Add sweetness and warm cinnamon flavor.
- Butter: Used for cooking the French toast until golden brown.
- Toppings: Fresh berries and maple syrup or honey are optional for serving.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How to Make IHOP Copycat Stuffed French Toast
Make the Filling: Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
Assemble: Spread the cream cheese mixture over 4 slices of bread. Top with the remaining bread to make 4 sandwiches.
Make the Egg Mixture: Whisk together the eggs, milk, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Dip each sandwich into the mixture, coating both sides.
Cook: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the stuffed French toast until golden brown on both sides.
Add Toppings: Top with fresh berries and maple syrup or honey before serving.
Tips I Found Helpful 💙
- Use Thick Bread: It holds the cream cheese filling better and won’t get soggy as quickly.
- Soften the Cream Cheese: Room-temperature cream cheese makes the filling easier to mix and spread.
- Don’t Oversoak: Dip the sandwiches just long enough to coat both sides.
- Watch the Heat: Cook over medium heat so the outside turns golden without burning before the center is warm.
Questions Readers Ask Most
More Breakfast Recipes I Love
IHOP Copycat Stuffed French Toast
IHOP Copycat Stuffed French Toast is filled with sweet cream cheese, dipped in a cinnamon egg mixture, and cooked until golden brown.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 8 slices thick-cut bread
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- Unsalted butter, for cooking
- Fresh berries, optional
- Maple syrup or honey, optional
Instructions
- Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla together until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over 4 slices of bread. Top with the remaining 4 slices to make sandwiches.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, and granulated sugar.
- Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides without oversoaking.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the stuffed French toast until golden brown on both sides and warmed through.
- Top with fresh berries and maple syrup or honey, if desired.
Notes
Use softened cream cheese for a smooth filling, and cook over medium heat so the French toast browns without burning.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 473Total Fat: 22gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 144mgSodium: 488mgCarbohydrates: 56gFiber: 3gSugar: 23gProtein: 13g
As delicious as this looks, I have a tip to take this over the top. When making stuffed french toast I like to toast the “inside” part of the bread. This gives it a little extra crunch and keeps it from getting soggy.
Stuffed French toast was always me go-to at iHop and this was just like the OG. And thanks Sandi! Your tip of toasting the inside made this so good!