Save Vibrant & flavorful breakfast toasts featuring colorful toppings like ube spread, avocado, and fresh garnishes for a lively start to your day.
I first made these bright breakfast toasts on a weekend when everyone wanted something cheerful. The mix of colors and flavors made breakfast feel extra special.
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:
- Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp.
- Ube Mix:
- In a small bowl, mix ube halaya with cream cheese until smooth and spreadable.
- Avocado Prep:
- In another bowl, mash avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Layer:
- Spread the ube mixture over two toasts, and the mashed avocado over the other two.
- Toppings:
- Top each toast with radish slices, pomegranate seeds, and microgreens.
- Finish:
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over all toasts and finish with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately for freshest flavor and best texture.
Save My family loves assembling these together: everyone picks their favorite toppings and makes their own toast masterpiece. It turns breakfast into a fun & interactive moment.
Required Tools
Toaster or grill pan, mixing bowls, spreading knife, sharp knife
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (in 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 Enjoy these cheerful toasts with your morning coffee for a bright start. They're easy to switch up with seasonal ingredients too.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I get the smoothest ube spread?
Mix ube halaya thoroughly with softened cream cheese until completely smooth for an easy-to-spread layer.
- → Can I substitute the bread type?
Absolutely! Sourdough, multigrain, or gluten-free bread all work well and allow you to tailor to your preference.
- → What gives these toasts their vibrant look?
Colorful toppings like purple ube, bright avocado, radishes, pomegranate, and microgreens create visual appeal.
- → How can I add extra protein?
Topping with a softly poached or boiled egg adds a hearty boost to your morning.
- → Are there allergy-friendly swaps?
Use gluten-free bread or dairy-free cream cheese, and omit sesame seeds for those with sensitivities.
- → Can I prepare components ahead?
Yes, you can prepare the ube and avocado spreads beforehand. Assemble toasts just before serving for freshness.