Pin It Vibrant, flavorful breakfast toasts featuring colorful toppings like ube spread, avocado, and fresh garnishes for a lively start to your day.
I first made these breakfast toasts when hosting a brunch for friends who love bright flavors. The blend of creamy ube and fresh avocado instantly put everyone in an upbeat mood.
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 Layer:
- In a small bowl, mix the ube halaya with cream cheese until smooth and spreadable.
- Prepare Avocado Layer:
- In another bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Spread Mixtures:
- 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 & 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.
Pin It My sister loves helping arrange the garnishes, and now making these is a weekend family ritual. Each toast comes out unique and festive.
Required Tools
Toaster or grill pan, mixing bowls, spreading knife, and sharp knife make preparation quick and easy.
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (in bread) and dairy (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 has about 210 calories, 8 g total fat, 30 g carbohydrates, and 5 g protein.
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Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What makes these toasts visually striking?
Colorful ube spread, green avocado, red pomegranate, and fresh herbs create a vibrant and inviting presentation.
- → Can I substitute the ube halaya?
Yes, mashed roasted sweet potato or pumpkin can replace ube for a similar color and sweet flavor.
- → Are there gluten-free options?
Absolutely, use gluten-free bread and check labels on spreads to cater to gluten sensitivities.
- → How can I add extra protein?
Top your toasts with a poached or soft-boiled egg for a protein boost and creamy texture.
- → Which tools are required for preparation?
You'll need a toaster or grill pan, mixing bowls, a spreading knife, and a sharp knife for slicing garnishes.
- → How do I achieve the perfect texture?
Toast bread until golden and serve immediately to keep layers crisp and toppings fresh.