Save Pin Vibrant, flavorful breakfast toasts featuring colorful toppings like ube spread, avocado, and fresh garnishes for a lively start to your day.
I first served these breakfast toasts on a weekend brunch for my family and they instantly brightened up the table with their cheerful colors and flavors.
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 Spread:
- Mix ube halaya with cream cheese in a small bowl until smooth and spreadable.
- Mash Avocado:
- Mash the ripe avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
- Layer Spreads:
- 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 & Serve:
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over all toasts and drizzle with olive oil. Serve immediately for freshest texture.
Save Pin My kids love helping decorate these toasts, making breakfast time a fun and creative family moment.
Required Tools
Toaster or grill pan, mixing bowls, spreading knife, and sharp knife for prepping and assembling.
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (bread) and dairy (cream cheese). Sesame seeds may cause allergies. Use alternatives and always check product labels for safety.
Nutritional Information (per toast)
Calories: 210, Total Fat: 8 g, Carbohydrates: 30 g, Protein: 5 g
Save Pin Serve these toasts immediately to showcase the fresh colors and crisp texture. Enjoy a bright, delicious start to your day.
Recipe FAQs
- → What bread works best for these toasts?
Sourdough or multigrain bread provide a hearty base and crisp texture, but gluten-free bread is also suitable.
- → Can I substitute ube halaya?
Mashed roasted sweet potato offers similar color and sweetness if ube halaya is unavailable.
- → How can I add extra protein?
A poached or soft-boiled egg makes a great protein boost for these breakfast toasts.
- → Are these toasts vegetarian?
Yes, all ingredients listed are vegetarian. Ensure bread and cheese alternatives for dietary needs.
- → What garnishes can be swapped?
Pomegranate seeds can be replaced with diced tomatoes or mango for different flavor profiles.
- → Are there allergen concerns?
Contains gluten and dairy; sesame seeds may trigger allergies. Always check ingredients for sensitivities.