Save Vibrant, flavorful breakfast toasts featuring colorful toppings like ube spread, avocado, and fresh garnishes for a lively start to your day.
I first tried these toasts on a hectic morning and was amazed at how quickly I could create such a gorgeous and tasty breakfast. The combination of creamy ube and fresh avocado has become a family favorite, especially with fun garnishes on top.
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.
- Make Ube Spread:
- In a small bowl, mix ube halaya with cream cheese until smooth and spreadable.
- Prepare Avocado Layer:
- In another bowl, mash 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 & Serve:
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over all toasts and drizzle olive oil. Serve immediately for freshest flavor and best texture.
Save These breakfast toasts always make our weekends feel special and give us a chance to experiment with flavors together at the table.
Required Tools
To make these toasts, you'll need a toaster or grill pan, mixing bowls, a spreading knife, and a sharp knife for slicing toppings.
Allergen Information
This recipe contains gluten (in bread) and dairy (cream cheese). Sesame seeds may also cause allergies. Use suitable substitutes as needed and check product labels for dietary concerns.
Nutritional Information
Each toast provides approximately 210 calories, 8 g total fat, 30 g carbohydrates, and 5 g protein.
Save Enjoy these toasts fresh for best color and texture. They are a delightful treat any day, perfect for sharing and customizing.
Recipe Guide
- → What bread works best for these toasts?
Sourdough or multigrain bread is ideal as it holds up well to toppings and provides hearty texture and flavor.
- → Can I substitute the ube layer with another ingredient?
Yes, mashed roasted sweet potato offers similar color and sweetness. It pairs well with cream cheese for spreading.
- → How can I add extra protein to this dish?
A poached or soft-boiled egg works perfectly as an additional topping for extra protein and richness.
- → Are there gluten-free or dairy-free options?
Use gluten-free bread or dairy-free cream cheese to accommodate dietary preferences and allergies.
- → What other garnishes can I use?
Try diced tomatoes, mango, or fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley for varied flavor and color.
- → Where can I find ube halaya?
Ube halaya is available at Asian grocery stores, but homemade versions are also popular using purple yam.