Pin it Vibrant & bold breakfast toasts are a lively way to start your morning, featuring colorful toppings like creamy ube spread, avocado, and a mix of fresh garnishes for tempting flavors and textures.
I first tried these creative breakfast toasts on a weekend brunch with friends, and their fun colors and layers quickly became a staple in my mornings.
Ingredients
- Bread: 4 slices sourdough or multigrain bread
- Ube Layer: 1/2 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam), 2 tbsp cream cheese (softened)
- Avocado Layer: 1 ripe avocado, 1 tsp lemon juice, pinch of salt, pinch of black pepper
- Garnishes & Extras: 4 radishes (thinly sliced), 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds, 2 tbsp microgreens or fresh herbs (such as cilantro or parsley), 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Toast Bread:
- Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp.
- Prepare Ube Mixture:
- Mix the ube halaya with cream cheese in a small bowl until smooth and spreadable.
- Mash Avocado:
- Mash avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
- Spread Layers:
- Spread the ube mixture over two toasts and the mashed avocado over the remaining two.
- Add Toppings:
- Top each toast with radish slices, pomegranate seeds, and microgreens.
- Finish and Serve:
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over all toasts and finish with a drizzle of olive oil. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and best texture.
Pin it These toasts became a favorite with my family during weekend breakfasts, sparking lots of smiles as everyone customized their own toppings.
Required Tools
Toaster or grill pan, mixing bowls, spreading knife, sharp knife
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (bread) and dairy (cream cheese). Sesame seeds may trigger allergies. Substitute gluten-free bread or dairy-free cream cheese as needed for dietary restrictions.
Nutritional Information
Per toast: Calories 210, Total Fat 8 g, Carbohydrates 30 g, Protein 5 g
Pin it Make these toasts your own with creative toppings. Enjoy each bite and start your day on a colorful note!
Recipe FAQs
- → What bread works best for these toasts?
Sourdough or multigrain offers robust flavor and texture, but any hearty bread will do.
- → Is there a substitute for ube halaya?
Mashed roasted sweet potato provides a similar color and sweetness if ube halaya is unavailable.
- → Can I make this vegan?
Yes, swap cream cheese with a dairy-free alternative and ensure the bread is vegan-friendly.
- → How can I add more protein?
Top each toast with a poached or soft-boiled egg for extra protein and richness.
- → Are there nut-free options?
Yes, this dish contains sesame seeds but no nuts. You can omit sesame for allergy concerns.
- → Can I prepare toppings ahead?
You can mix ube and mash avocado ahead, but assemble toasts fresh for best texture and flavor.