Save Vibrant, flavorful breakfast toasts featuring colorful toppings like ube spread, avocado, and fresh garnishes for a lively start to your day.
I first tried making these toasts for a weekend family brunch. The bright colors and mix of flavors were an instant hit at the table and made everyone excited to try something new.
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 Spread:
- 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 Toppings:
- Spread the ube mixture over two toasts, and the mashed avocado over the remaining two.
- Add Garnishes:
- 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.
Save My kids love helping to assemble these toasts and pick their own topping combinations. It has become a favorite breakfast tradition for us, especially on colorful, sunny mornings.
Required Tools
Toaster or grill pan, mixing bowls, spreading knife, sharp knife are all you need for preparation.
Allergen Information
This recipe contains gluten (bread), dairy (cream cheese), and sesame seeds. Consider allergies and always check product labels before serving.
Nutritional Information
Each toast provides approximately 210 calories, 8 g total fat, 30 g carbohydrates, and 5 g protein.
Save These breakfast toasts are guaranteed to brighten your morning and deliver a satisfying, nutritious start to your day.
Recipe FAQ
- → What bread works best for these toasts?
Sourdough and multigrain breads provide great texture and flavor, but gluten-free options also work well.
- → How do I make smooth ube spread?
Mix ube halaya with softened cream cheese until fully blended and spreadable for a creamy consistency.
- → Can I substitute avocado?
Mashed roasted sweet potato or hummus makes a delicious alternative layer for these toasts.
- → What other toppings can I use?
Try diced tomatoes, mango, or a poached egg for extra protein and varied flavors.
- → Are there allergy-friendly modifications?
Choose gluten-free bread, dairy-free cream cheese, and omit sesame seeds as needed for allergies.
- → How can I add more protein?
Topping with poached or soft-boiled eggs boosts protein and adds a creamy texture.