Bright Bold Breakfast Toasts (Print View)

Vibrant toasts layered with ube and avocado, garnished for a flavorful, energizing start.

# 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 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 the slices of bread using a toaster or grill pan until golden brown and crisp.
02 - Combine ube halaya with softened cream cheese in a small bowl. Mix until fully blended and smooth.
03 - In another bowl, mash the avocado together with lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and black pepper until creamy.
04 - Evenly spread the ube cream cheese mixture over two pieces of toast, and the mashed 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 over all toasts and drizzle with a touch of extra virgin olive oil. Serve immediately to enjoy optimal texture and flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Showcases bright, bold flavors and colors for a cheerful breakfast
  • Easy to customize for dietary needs and seasonal ingredients
02 -
  • Ube halaya is a purple yam jam popular in Filipino cuisine and can be substituted with mashed sweet potato for similar color and sweetness.
  • Allergen alert: bread contains gluten, cream cheese contains dairy, and sesame seeds may trigger allergies. Always check product labels.
03 -
  • Add a poached or soft-boiled egg for extra protein.
  • Swap pomegranate seeds for diced tomatoes or mango for a different flavor highlight.
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