Save Vibrant, flavorful breakfast toasts featuring colorful toppings like ube spread, avocado, and fresh garnishes for a lively start to your day.
I first discovered these toasts during a weekend brunch experiment, aiming to add more color and variety to our staple breakfast. The combination of ube, avocado, and fresh garnishes transformed a simple meal into something truly unforgettable.
Ingredients
- Bread: 4 slices sourdough or multigrain bread
- Ube halaya: 1/2 cup purple yam jam
- Cream cheese: 2 tbsp softened
- Avocado: 1 ripe
- Lemon juice: 1 tsp
- Salt: Pinch
- Black pepper: Pinch
- Radishes: 4, thinly sliced
- Pomegranate seeds: 1/4 cup
- Microgreens or fresh herbs: 2 tbsp (e.g., cilantro, parsley)
- Toasted sesame seeds: 1 tbsp
- Extra virgin olive oil: Drizzle
Instructions
- Toast Bread:
- Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp.
- Prepare Ube Layer:
- In a small bowl, mix the ube halaya with cream cheese until smooth and spreadable.
- Mix 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 and Serve:
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over all toasts and finish with a light drizzle of olive oil. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and best texture.
Save Our family loves making these toasts together on weekends. The kids enjoy choosing their own toppings and layering vibrant colors, turning breakfast into a fun creative moment we all share.
Required Tools
You'll need a toaster or grill pan, mixing bowls, a spreading knife, and a sharp knife for slicing toppings.
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (in bread) and dairy (in cream cheese). Sesame seeds may trigger allergies. For allergies, use gluten-free bread, dairy-free cream cheese, or omit sesame seeds. Always check product labels.
Nutritional Information
Each toast contains about 210 calories, 8 g total fat, 30 g carbohydrates, and 5 g protein.
Save Enjoy these lively breakfast toasts as a joyful way to start your day. Share and savor with family or friends for even brighter mornings.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use another bread for these toasts?
Yes, you can use gluten-free or any favorite bread for these breakfast toasts to suit dietary needs.
- → Is there a substitute for ube halaya?
Mashed roasted sweet potato offers similar color and sweetness if ube halaya is unavailable.
- → What toppings work well besides pomegranate seeds?
Try diced tomatoes, mango, or other seasonal fruits for different flavor profiles and colors.
- → How can I add more protein?
Add a poached or soft-boiled egg on top or use a spread that incorporates beans or tofu.
- → Are there allergy-friendly options?
Use gluten-free bread, dairy-free cream cheese, or omit sesame seeds and always check labels for allergens.
- → What is the best way to ensure freshness?
Assemble and serve immediately to maintain crisp bread and vibrant topping flavors.