Save Vibrant& bold breakfast toasts bring a lively start to your day with colorful toppings like ube spread, avocado, and fresh garnishes. These fusion-style toasts are quick to make and guaranteed to brighten any morning.
I first made these breakfast toasts on a weekend when I wanted something both beautiful and easy. The combination of creamy ube and avocado instantly became a family favorite for how unique and flavorful each bite is.
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 (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:
- Mix ube halaya with cream cheese in a small bowl until smooth and spreadable
- Mash Avocado:
- Mash avocado with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in another bowl
- Spread Layers:
- Spread ube mixture over two toasts and mashed avocado over the other two
- Add Garnishes:
- Top each toast with radish slices, pomegranate seeds, and microgreens
- Finish:
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and drizzle olive oil over all toasts
- Serve:
- Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and best texture
Save My kids love helping arrange the garnishes, adding their own creativity to each toast. Sharing these colorful combinations together made our breakfast feel extra special and fun.
Required Tools
Toaster or grill pan, mixing bowls, spreading knife, and a sharp knife ensure easy prep and a perfect spread every time.
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (in bread) and dairy (cream cheese). For allergies, substitute gluten-free bread and dairy-free cream cheese, and omit sesame seeds as needed.
Nutritional Information
Per toast: 210 calories, 8 g total fat, 30 g carbohydrates, 5 g protein. A wholesome and satisfying way to begin your morning.
Save These bright& bold breakfast toasts are best enjoyed fresh for maximum flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy a beautiful, gourmet morning meal.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I prepare a smooth ube spread?
Mix ube halaya with softened cream cheese until thoroughly blended and smooth for even spreading.
- → Can I use different bread types?
Absolutely. Sourdough and multigrain work well, but gluten-free or whole-wheat options are great for dietary needs.
- → What are flavorful garnish substitutions?
Try diced mango, tomatoes, or edible herbs in place of pomegranate seeds and microgreens for unique flavor.
- → Is it possible to make this dairy-free?
Yes, swap cream cheese for a non-dairy alternative or simply use mashed avocado as a base topping.
- → How can I add protein to these toasts?
A poached or soft-boiled egg on top adds extra protein and creates richer texture and flavor.
- → Are there allergen considerations?
Bread may contain gluten, cream cheese has dairy, and sesame seeds can trigger allergies. Always check ingredient labels.