Almonds, raspberries, chickpeas, mushrooms and bananas; what do all of these have in common? They all make perfect toast toppers! I know some of these sound like strange foods to add to your toast but trust me they are delicious. So, here’s six ways to take your toast to the next level!
What kind of toast is your favorite? Whether it is sweet or savory I have you covered. I am sharing 3 savory toasts and 3 sweet toasts. All 6 toasts can be whipped up in 10 minutes or less and eaten for breakfast, brunch, snack, or dessert. I personally like to do all 4!
BREADS
The first thing you will want to do is pick out your bread. Most bread contains 4 main ingredients flour, water, salt, and yeast which are all vegan. However, when checking the ingredients you will want to make sure the bread does not have added non-vegan ingredients like milk, butter, or eggs. I just like to always double check the back of the package for the ingredient list to make sure.
Here are some of my go-to breads that I like to use for toast. I personally think all of these taste wonderful for both savory and sweet toasts.
Sourdough Bread
White Bread
Whole Wheat
12 Grain
Sliced Baguette
Ezekiel
MASHED AVOCADO + SEASONED CHICKPEAS
This toast is layered with mashed avocado and topped with seasoned chickpeas. These chickpeas are seasoned with chili powder, garlic powder, and cumin. To make these chickpeas crispy I heated a pan on medium heat. Then add all the seasoned chickpea ingredients and saute for 4-5 minutes until the chickpeas are slightly crispy. Add the chickpeas to the top of your mashed avocado and top with salt and pepper.
CREAM CHEESE TOMATO + DRIZZLED BALSAMIC VINEGAR + FRESH BASIL
Layer this toast with creamy cream cheese and sliced tomatoes then drizzle it with balsamic vinegar and top with fresh basil, salt, and pepper. For the cream cheese I used dairy-free cream cheese. If you do not have fresh basil you can substitute it with dried basil or oregano.
MASHED AVOCADO + SAUTEED MUSHROOMS + THYME
Buttery mashed avocado spread on toast and topped with sauteed mushrooms and dried thyme. The best part about this toast is how flavorful the mushrooms are with the mashed avocado. Also when the mushrooms are sliced thinly it only takes 3-4 minutes to saute making a quick and easy savory toast. If you don’t have dried thyme I recommend using fresh thyme or crushed red pepper flakes.
PEANUT BUTTER BUTTER BANANAS +SLICED ALMONDS + COCONUT
Thick and creamy peanut butter, sliced banana, sliced almonds, and shredded coconut. Such a dreamy combination that will not only satisfy your sweet tooth will keep you feeling full.
SUNFLOWER BUTTER + MAPLE SYRUP + PECANS + PISTACHIOS + CHOCOLATE
Breakfast or dessert? I love eating this delicious toast for both! This toast is topped with sunflower butter, pecans, pistachios, dark chocolate chips, and maple syrup. Substitute the sunflower for any kind of nut butter that you have on hand.
VANILLA YOGURT + BERRIES + ALMONDS
Light, refreshing, and vibrant berry toast. This toast is layered with vanilla yogurt, blackberries, raspberries, and almonds. Substitute the berries for any type of berries you have on hand like strawberries or blueberries. Want it a little sweeter? Drizzle maple syrup on top of the berries.
When you make these toasts I would love for you to snap a photo and share it with me on instagram @itsallgoodvegan. I can’t wait to hear from you!
Toast 6 Different Ways
All 6 toasts can be whipped up in 10 minutes or less and eaten for breakfast, brunch, snack, or dessert.
MASHED AVOCADO + SEASONED CHICKPEAS
- 2 slices of bread, toasted
- 1/2 large avocado
- 1/3 cup chickpeas substitute with white beans
- 1/8 tsp cumin powder
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp olive oil
- Pinch of salt & pepper
Directions
- Heat a pan on medium heat. Add oil, beans, cumin powder, chili powder, garlic powder and mix. Cook for 3-4 minutes. For crispier beans keep in the pan for longer.
- Toast your bread and mash your avocado.
- Top your toasts with avocado, beans, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Eat and enjoy!
CREAM CHEESE TOMATO + DRIZZLED BALSAMIC VINEGAR + FRESH BASIL
- 2 slices of bread, toasted
- 2 Tbsp cream cheese, add more for a cheesier toast
- 1 tomato, sliced thinly
- 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh basil
- Pinch of salt & pepper
Directions
- Toast your bread and spread the cream cheese on each piece of toast, about 1 tablespoon for each toast.
- Top your toasts with tomato, balsamic vinegar, fresh basil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Eat and enjoy!
MASHED AVOCADO + SAUTEED MUSHROOMS + THYME
- 2 slices of bread, toasted
- ½ avocado
- ½ tsp oil, I used avocado
- 5 white or baby bella mushrooms, sliced thinly
- ¼ tsp dried or fresh thyme
- Pinch of salt & pepper
Directions
- Heat a pan on medium heat. Add oil, mushrooms, and mix. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the mushrooms are soft.
- Toast your bread and mash your avocado.
- Top your toasts with avocado, mushrooms, thyme, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Eat and enjoy!
PEANUT BUTTER BUTTER BANANAS +SLICED ALMONDS + COCONUT
- 2 slices of bread, toasted
- 2 Tbsp peanut butter, add more for depending on the size of your toast
- 1 banana, sliced
- 1 Tbsp sliced almonds
- 2 tsp coconut flakes
Directions
- Toast your bread and spread the peanut butter on each piece of toast, about 1 tablespoon for each toast.
- Top your toasts with the banana, almonds, and coconut flakes. Eat and enjoy!
SUNFLOWER BUTTER + MAPLE SYRUP + PECANS + PISTACHIOS + CHOCOLATE
- 2 slices of bread, toasted
- 2 Tbsp sunflower butter, add more for depending on the size of your toast
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp pecans
- 2 tsp pistachios
- 2 tsp dark chocolate chips
Directions
- Toast your bread and spread the sunflower butter on each piece of toast, about 1 tablespoon for each toast.
- Top your toasts with maple syrup, pecans, pistachios, and dark chocolate. Eat and enjoy!
VANILLA YOGURT + BERRIES + ALMONDS
- 2 slices of bread, toasted
- 2 Tbsp vanilla yogurt, add more for depending on the size of your toast
- 1 Tbsp blackberries, chopped in half
- 1 Tbsp raspberries, chopped in half
- 1 tsp almonds, chopped
- 1 tsp maple syrup
Directions
- Toast your bread and spread the yogurt on each piece of toast, about 1 tablespoon for each toast.
- Top your toasts with berries, maple syrup, and almonds. Eat and enjoy!
Make it Your Own
- Get creative with all these toast combinations and add other items you have in your pantry or refrigerator.
- Substitute peanut butter or sunflower butter for any kind of nut butter that you have.
- I recommend that you eat your toasts right away. The bread tends to get soggy if you keep them for leftovers.
Looks delicious!
Oh my God, tthat looks delicious!!!!!