Stuffed French Toast

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Batter:

2 eggs

1 cup milk

1/2 cup sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Filling:

1 1/2 cups cream cheese

1/4 cup dark chocolate chips

1/2 cup medium-diced banana

1/8 cup orange juice

1/4 cup sugar

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Syrup:

1 cup sugar

1 cup water

3 cinnamon sticks

Butter, as needed

4 (2-inch thick) pieces challah bread

Vanilla ice cream, for serving, optional

Fresh berries, for serving, optional