Bright Bold Breakfast Toasts (Printable)
Flavorful toasts with ube, avocado, and vibrant toppings for a lively, fresh breakfast experience.
# Components:
→ Bread
01 - 4 slices sourdough or multigrain bread
→ Ube Layer
02 - 1/2 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
03 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
→ Avocado Layer
04 - 1 ripe avocado
05 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
06 - Pinch of salt
07 - Pinch of ground black pepper
→ Garnishes & Extras
08 - 4 radishes, thinly sliced
09 - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
10 - 2 tablespoons microgreens or chopped fresh herbs (such as cilantro or parsley)
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
12 - Drizzle extra virgin olive oil
# Method:
01 - Toast the bread slices in a toaster or grill pan until golden and crisp.
02 - Combine ube halaya with softened cream cheese in a small bowl and mix until smooth and spreadable.
03 - Mash the ripe avocado with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl until creamy.
04 - Spread the ube mixture evenly over two toasted bread slices and the avocado mixture over the remaining two.
05 - Top each toast with sliced radishes, pomegranate seeds, and microgreens or fresh herbs.
06 - Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds across all toasts and finish with a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Serve immediately for optimal freshness and texture.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Quick and easy to prepare for busy mornings
- Bright toppings bring variety and excitement to every bite
02 -
- Ube halaya is a sweet purple yam jam popular in Filipino cuisine and is available in Asian grocery stores.
- For allergies, use gluten-free bread, dairy-free cream cheese, or omit sesame seeds. Always check product labels.
03 -
- For extra protein, top with a poached or soft boiled egg.
- Swap pomegranate seeds for diced tomatoes or mango for a different flavor.