Bright Bold Breakfast Toasts (Print)

Crisp toasts layered with ube and avocado, finished with vibrant toppings for a flavorful morning.

# Ingredients:

→ 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 salt
07 - Pinch 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 extra virgin olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Toast sourdough or multigrain bread slices until golden and crisp using a toaster or grill pan.
02 - In a mixing bowl, blend ube halaya with softened cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and easily spreadable.
03 - Mash ripe avocado in a separate bowl with lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper until creamy.
04 - Spread the ube cream cheese mixture onto two toasted breads and the mashed avocado onto the remaining two slices.
05 - Arrange sliced radishes, pomegranate seeds, and microgreens or fresh herbs over each toast.
06 - Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over all toasts and finish with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes
  • Colorful layers packed with fresh flavors
02 -
  • Ube halaya adds a naturally purple hue and mild sweetness
  • These toasts are vegetarian but can be made vegan by swapping dairy ingredients
03 -
  • For extra protein, top with a poached or soft-boiled egg
  • For variation, swap pomegranate seeds for diced tomatoes or mango

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