Save Vibrant, flavorful breakfast toasts featuring colorful toppings like ube spread, avocado, and fresh garnishes for a lively start to your day.
I love making these bright & bold breakfast toasts when I want something special but easy. The combination of flavors and colors always lifts my mood, especially during weekends with family.
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 the 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 the 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 garnishes:
- 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.
Save Making these with my kids turns breakfast into a fun, creative activity. Everyone gets to design their own toast and it always brings smiles to the table.
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. Always check product labels and use substitutes as needed.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 210, Total Fat: 8 g, Carbohydrates: 30 g, Protein: 5 g (per toast)
Save Serve these toasts fresh and enjoy a beautiful, delicious breakfast that energizes your morning.
Kitchen Tips & Answers
- → Which bread suits these breakfast toasts?
Sourdough or multigrain bread works best, but you can substitute with your favorite type, including gluten-free options.
- → How can I create the purple layer if I don’t have ube halaya?
Mashed roasted sweet potato offers similar color and sweetness if ube halaya is unavailable.
- → What garnishes add extra flavor and nutrition?
Try sliced radish, pomegranate seeds, microgreens, fresh herbs, sesame seeds, or even diced tomatoes.
- → Can these toasts fit different dietary needs?
They’re vegetarian and easily modified—choose gluten-free bread or dairy-free cream cheese to suit your preferences.
- → Is there a way to increase protein?
Add a poached or soft-boiled egg on top to boost protein and create a heartier meal.