1 Hong Kong-style French toast Spread peanut butter generously on 2 slices of white milk bread and cover with 2 more slices to form 2 sandwiches. In a shallow dish, whisk together 2 large eggs, ¼ cup milk, 1 teaspoon sugar, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract and a pinch salt until well combined. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated, and allow the bread to soak for a few seconds to absorb the mix. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a frying pan over a medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the soaked sandwiches and fry each side for about 2-3 minutes. Transfer the French toast to a plate and serve hot with a pat of butter on top and a drizzle of condensed milk.

2 Nut-crusted French toast Whisk together 2 large eggs, ½ cup milk, 2 tablespoons sugar and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined. Dip thick slices of sourdough bread into the egg mixture, allowing them to soak for a few seconds on each side. Coat the soaked bread slices generously with a mixture of finely chopped nuts such as almonds or pecans mixed with a tablespoon of sugar. Heat some butter in a frying pan over medium heat, then add the slices and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Serve the nut-crusted French toast hot with a dusting of icing sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup.

3 Marshmallow-stuffed French toast Spread a layer of marshmallows and chocolate chips onto a slice of thick-cut bread, ensuring the marshmallow is evenly distributed. Top with another slice of bread, pressing together to form a sandwich. In a shallow dish, whisk together 2 large eggs with ½ cup milk until well combined. Dip the sandwich into the egg mixture, coating both sides thoroughly. Heat butter or oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Once hot, add the sandwich and cook until golden brown and the marshmallow is beginning to melt, approximately 3-4 minutes per side. Serve with chocolate sauce.

4 Sour cream and caper French toast Whisk together 2 large eggs, ½ cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon white vinegar, a pinch of salt and a dash of black pepper in a shallow dish until smooth. Heat butter or oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Dip slices of bread into the egg mixture, coating both sides evenly. Fry the coated bread slices until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Serve the savoury French toast hot, garnished with capers, a tablespoon of sour cream and sea salt.