Pin 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 breakfast toasts when friends visited for a weekend brunch and everyone loved how cheerful the plates looked. The combination of creamy ube and avocado has made this a go-to recipe in our kitchen.
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.
- Mix 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.
- Assemble Toasts:
- 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:
- 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 These colorful toasts have become a family favorite especially for lazy Sundays when we want something special but quick. The kids love arranging their own toppings and making patterns with the seeds and herbs.
Required Tools
Toaster or grill pan, mixing bowls, spreading knife, sharp knife
Allergen Information
Contains gluten in bread and dairy in cream cheese. Sesame seeds may trigger allergies. Choose gluten-free or dairy-free options as needed.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 210, Total Fat: 8 g, Carbohydrates: 30 g, Protein: 5 g (per toast)
Pin Serve these bright toasts right away for maximum crunch and freshness. Enjoy experimenting with your favorite toppings and herbs!
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use different breads for these toasts?
Yes, sourdough, multigrain, or gluten-free options work well and add unique texture and flavor.
- → Is ube halaya easy to find?
Ube halaya is often sold at Asian grocery stores. As an alternative, use mashed roasted sweet potato.
- → What can I substitute for pomegranate seeds?
Diced tomatoes or mango can replace pomegranate seeds, adding a fresh pop of flavor and color.
- → Are these breakfast toasts suitable for vegans?
Swap cream cheese for dairy-free alternatives and ensure bread is vegan for a fully plant-based option.
- → How can I boost the protein content?
Top your toasts with a poached or soft-boiled egg for extra protein and creaminess.
- → Should I serve the toasts immediately?
Yes, serving right after assembling ensures the best texture and freshness of toppings and bread.