Save to Pinterest 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 bright breakfast toasts while experimenting on a slow weekend morning: the combination of creamy ube and fresh avocado was an instant hit at my table.
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 (such as 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:
- 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 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.
Save to Pinterest These toasts sparked smiles around the breakfast table: my kids love choosing their own toppings and helping layer the colors.
Required Tools
Toaster or grill pan, mixing bowls, spreading knife, sharp knife
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (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
Per toast: Calories 210, Total Fat 8 g, Carbohydrates 30 g, Protein 5 g
Save to Pinterest Serve these toasts fresh and bright for a cheerful breakfast that everyone will remember.
Ask About This Recipe
- → Which bread works best for these toasts?
Sourdough and multigrain are recommended for their hearty texture, but gluten-free bread also works well.
- → Is ube halaya easy to substitute?
Mashed roasted sweet potato is a tasty alternative, offering similar color and sweetness if ube is unavailable.
- → What can I add for extra protein?
Top with a poached or soft-boiled egg, or sprinkle seeds and nuts for increased protein content.
- → How should I serve these toasts?
Serve immediately after topping for the freshest texture and most vibrant flavors.
- → What garnishes can I use besides pomegranate?
Try diced tomatoes, mango, or extra herbs to vary the flavor and visual appeal.
- → Are there allergen-friendly options?
Use gluten-free bread and dairy-free cream cheese, and omit sesame seeds if needed for allergies.