Save Vibrant, flavorful breakfast toasts featuring colorful toppings like ube spread, avocado, and fresh garnishes for a lively start to your day.
When I first started making these breakfast toasts, they quickly became my favorite way to brighten up busy mornings. The blend of sweet ube, creamy avocado, and fun garnishes makes each bite exciting.
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 (e.g.& cilantro& 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:
- In a small bowl, mix the ube halaya with cream cheese until smooth and spreadable.
- Mash Avocado:
- In another bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- 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 Toasts:
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over all toasts and finish with a light drizzle of olive oil.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and best texture.
Pin it Sharing these bright toasts with my family has become a Sunday morning ritual. Everyone enjoys experimenting with new toppings, making it a fun and tasty tradition.
Required Tools
You'll need a toaster or grill pan, mixing bowls, a spreading knife, and a sharp knife for easy prep.
Allergen Information
This recipe contains gluten and dairy. Sesame seeds may also cause allergies. Always check product labels and swap ingredients to fit your needs.
Nutritional Information
Each toast is about 210 calories, with 8 g fat, 30 g carbohydrates, and 5 g protein.
Pin it Enjoy these breakfast toasts while fresh and experiment with different garnishes to keep every morning exciting.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How do I make the ube spread creamy?
Blend ube halaya with softened cream cheese until smooth, ensuring a spreadable texture for your toast.
- → Can I use another bread type?
Yes, sourdough and multigrain work well, but gluten-free or any favorite bread may be swapped in.
- → What can I substitute for pomegranate seeds?
Try diced tomatoes or fresh mango to add a unique sweetness and color to your toasts.
- → Are these suitable for a vegetarian diet?
Yes, every layer and garnish is vegetarian-friendly. Add a poached egg for extra protein if desired.
- → How can I avoid allergens in the toppings?
Choose gluten-free bread, dairy-free cream cheese, or omit sesame seeds to adapt to common allergies.
- → Can I prepare the toppings in advance?
Ube and avocado layers may be mixed ahead, but assemble and garnish fresh for best taste and texture.