Pin 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 bright breakfast toasts for a weekend brunch after spotting ube halaya at my local market. The stunning colors always bring excitement to the table and make mornings feel extra special.
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.
- Final Touches:
- 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 Every time I make these breakfast toasts my family gathers together eager for their favorite topping and we always share smiles over the beautiful creations.
Required Tools
Toaster or grill pan mixing bowls spreading knife sharp knife
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.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 210 Total Fat: 8 g Carbohydrates: 30 g Protein: 5 g per toast
Pin Make these toasts part of your morning routine to brighten up the day and delight your taste buds every time.
Recipe Q&A
- → What kind of bread works best for breakfast toasts?
Sourdough or multigrain bread adds hearty flavor and texture, but gluten-free varieties work well too.
- → How do I make the ube layer smooth?
Mix ube halaya with softened cream cheese until the blend is creamy and spreadable for easy layering.
- → Can I prepare the toppings in advance?
You can prep the ube and avocado mixtures ahead; assemble and garnish just before serving for freshness.
- → What garnish alternatives are available?
Try diced tomatoes, mango, or herbs like cilantro and parsley for different flavors and textures.
- → How do I add protein to the toast?
Top each slice with a poached or soft-boiled egg for a satisfying protein boost.
- → Are these toasts suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, the combination of plant-based layers and fresh garnishes makes this dish ideal for a vegetarian breakfast.