Bright Bold Breakfast Toasts (Printable)

Colorful toasts with ube, avocado, and fresh toppings for an energizing, flavorful breakfast.

# What You Need:

→ 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 black pepper

→ Garnishes & Extras

08 - 4 radishes, thinly sliced
09 - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
10 - 2 tablespoons microgreens or fresh herbs (such as cilantro or parsley)
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
12 - Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Toast bread slices in a toaster or grill pan until golden brown and crisp.
02 - Mix ube halaya with softened cream cheese in a small bowl until the mixture is smooth and spreadable.
03 - Mash the ripe avocado in another bowl with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until creamy.
04 - Using a spreading knife, evenly spread the ube mixture over two toasted bread slices. Spread the avocado mash over the remaining two toasts.
05 - Top each toast with radish slices, pomegranate seeds, and microgreens or fresh herbs.
06 - Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds across all toasts and lightly drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, then serve immediately to enjoy optimal texture and flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare for busy mornings
  • Eye-catching toppings make breakfast exciting
02 -
  • Ube halaya is available in most Asian groceries or can be substituted
  • These toasts are vegetarian but can be made dairy- and gluten-free
03 -
  • For extra protein, top with a poached or soft-boiled egg
  • Swap out garnishes for your favorite seasonal produce