A classic brunch favourite, French toast is also a great way to use up stale bread. The drier the bread, the better it will soak up all that eggy goodness without falling apart.

This quick-to-assemble breakfast could also be served as dessert with scoops of ice cream. Make it work with what you have on hand – bread, different fruit or jam combos or yoghurt for a healthier finish. You'll need a 20cm (2L-capacity) baking dish for this recipe. 

There's only one way to make French toast even better... add chocolate! This decadent breakfast recipe is golden on the outside and deliciously gooey in the centre. We've used dark chocolate for its rich flavour but you can also substitute for milk or white, depending on your preference.

Start Boxing Day with a bang with this french toast recipe. You'll have no excuses not to use up your leftover cherries and loaves.

Revamp the classic french toast with Valli Little's recipe. It calls for toppings of summery, sweet fig and caramel laced with Grand Marnier.

Take your breakfast to the next level with this tasty French toast.

"We all find ourselves with excess bread but luckily, there are plenty of ways to turn those unused slices into something really tasty." – Darren Robertson

Merivale chefs Patrick Frieden, Eric Koh and Christoper Hogarth bring you this decadent take on French toast just in time for Sunday breakfast. It's pure decadence in a meal that's both breakfast and dessert in one.