In a wide shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla and set near stove.

In a small bowl, mix together the cream cheese and preserves, set aside.

Warm the syrup in a small saucepan over low heat or in a microwave on high for 1 minute.

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over four slices of bread and top with remaining bread slices.

Cut each Sammy using a 4 inch heart shaped cookie cutter.

Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Dip the hearts in the egg mixture and cook on skillet until golden brown.

Serve the hearts with the warm syrup.