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Have you tried the latest yogurt toast trend? Swap in yogurt for your usual butter, avocado, nut butter, or cream cheese to make a new creamy toast spread with endless options for toppings.
I like to use plain Greek yogurt or skyr (both are strained yogurts) for the creamiest texture and more filling protein. You can swap in dairy-free yogurt alternatives to make a vegan variation, too.
The flavor of yogurt toast is similar to toast with cream cheese, just a little bit lighter and more airy. It makes a delicious, light breakfast or satisfying snack with a balance of carbs, fat, and protein.
My top three favorite ways to top yogurt toast are with roasted sweet potatoes and chives, wild blueberries and basil, and sliced blood orange and ginger.
In this post, I’ll share how to make yogurt toast with each of these different topping combinations.
The only question is which one are you going to try first?
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make yogurt toast with each topping variation.
Sweet Potato Chive Yogurt Toast:
- Sliced bread
- Plain Greek yogurt, skyr, or dairy-free yogurt alternative
- Roasted sweet potato
- Maple syrup
- Fresh chives
- Sesame seeds
- Crushed red pepper flakes
Wild Blueberry Basil Yogurt Toast:
- Sliced bread
- Plain Greek yogurt, skyr, or dairy-free yogurt alternative
- Frozen wild blueberries
- Lemon
- Fresh basil
Blood Orange Ginger Yogurt Toast:
- Sliced bread
- Plain Greek yogurt, skyr, or dairy-free yogurt alternative
- Blood orange
- Maple syrup
- Fresh ginger
- Sesame seeds
- Fresh basil
Instructions
The basic steps for making yogurt toast are:
- Prep the toppings
- Toast the bread
- Spread yogurt on the toast
- Add toppings
How to Prep Toast Toppings
Sweet Potato Chive:
To prep the Sweet Potato Chive Yogurt Toast, start by roasting a sweet potato.
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a baking sheet.
Slice a sweet potato horizontally into thin rounds. (I usually leave the skin on, but you can peel it first if that’s what you prefer.)
Toss the sliced sweet potato with oil, salt, and pepper. Spread the slices out on a single layer on the baking sheet.
Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and roast for 10 minutes, or until the bottoms of the sweet potato slices are starting to brown.
Flip the sweet potato slices over and roast for another 5 minutes, or until both sides are tender and golden brown.
Also, chop up some fresh chives to prep for the Sweet Potato Toast.
Wild Blueberry Basil:
To prep the Wild Blueberry Basil Yogurt Toast, start by heating up the frozen wild blueberries.
You can heat up frozen wild blueberries in the microwave or on the stovetop.
To heat wild blueberries in the microwave, add them to a microwave-safe ramekin or bowl. Microwave on high for 1 minute, or until warmed through.
On the stovetop, add the frozen wild blueberries to a small saucepan and cook over medium heat until they’re warmed through.
Next, chop up some fresh basil.
Blood Orange Ginger:
To prep the Blood Orange Ginger Yogurt Toast, just slice up your blood orange and remove any seeds.
Also, chop some fresh basil.
How to Toast Bread Without a Toaster
You can make toast even if you don’t have a toaster. You’ll just need to switch on the broiler in your oven.
Spread sliced bread on a baking sheet and transfer it to the oven with the broiler on low. Toast for 2-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown.
Using Yogurt as a Toast Spread
It’s really easy to make basic yogurt toast. You just spread yogurt on your toasted bread the same way you’d usually spread on cream cheese or peanut butter.
I use about two tablespoons of yogurt for each slice of bread. You can adjust this depending on how thick you want the yogurt spread to be. Of course, the right amount will also depend on the size of your slice of bread. Don’t worry too much about measuring, just use the amount that feels right to you.
After you spread the yogurt on the toast, it’s time for the fun part—toppings!
Sweet Potato Chive Yogurt Toast
First up might just be my absolute favorite yogurt toast topping, Sweet Potato Chive. This mix of toppings has a delicious blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors that pairs so well with the creamy and tangy yogurt.
Here’s how to do it:
First, arrange three(-ish) roasted sweet potato slices on top of the toast. Again, the exact amount of sweet potato slices to use will depend on how big your slice of bread is, as well as the size of the sweet potato.
After you add the sweet potato slices, drizzle a little bit of maple syrup on top. (A little goes a long way for adding a touch of sweetness to this toast combo!)
Finally, sprinkle some fresh chives, sesame seeds, and crushed red pepper flakes on top. Voilà!
Wild Blueberry Basil Yogurt Toast
One of the best berry flavor pairings is wild blueberries + lemon + basil. It just has it all. Sweet, fruity, bright, and herbaceous.
Here’s how to do it:
Wild blueberries usually come frozen, so you’ll need to heat them up first. (Bonus, you get this amazing sauce-like juice with the berries.)
Once warmed up, spoon the wild blueberries (with some of the blueberry juices) on top of the toast.
Finally, top the toast off with grated lemon peel and basil. Simple and delicious.
Blood Orange Ginger Yogurt Toast
Finally, a topping combo that I’m loving for the winter season, Blood Orange Ginger. Blood oranges are in season between October and May, so if you’re making this outside of those months, you can just swap in regular navel oranges, mandarins, or whatever type you have on hand in your kitchen.
The bright citrusy flavor pairs so well with some spicy ginger, nutty sesame seeds, sweet maple, and herby basil.
Here’s how to do it:
First, arrange three(-ish) blood orange slices on top of the yogurt. Again, the exact number of slices you use will depend on the size of your toast and fruit.
After you top the toast with sliced citrus, drizzle maple syrup on top.
Next, add a bit of freshly grated ginger, some sesame seeds, and a handful of chopped basil. You’re done!
Ingredient Substitutions
- For a vegan variation, use non-dairy yogurt alternative (such as coconut or cashew-based yogurt).
- For a gluten-free variation, just use gluten-free bread.
- If you can’t find a blood orange, use another type of orange, such as navelk or mandarin.
- Instead of sesame seeds, you can also use hemp hearts.
- Use regular frozen blueberries if you don’t have wild blueberries.
Another Option: The Viral TikTok Yogurt Custard Toast
Have you seen the viral Yogurt Custard Toast on TikTok? It’s another easy way to try out the yogurt toast trend.
To make it, first preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Next, whisk a scoop of yogurt with an egg and a dash of sweetener (I like maple syrup) to make the custard.
Arrange some sliced bread on a baking sheet and spread the custard mixture on top of each slice.
Then, add some fruit and/or chocolate for toppings. (I like sliced blood oranges with the custard version, too.)
Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for about 15 minutes, or until the custard is set and the bread is golden brown on the edges.
If you try both the plain yogurt toast and yogurt custard toast, I’d love to hear in the comments which one you prefer!
Nutrition Highlights
- Whole milk Greek yogurt and skyr contain filling protein and satisfying fats.
- Wild blueberries and blod oranges are rich sources of antioxidants.
- Sweet potatoes have a phytonutrient and antioxidant called beta carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A.
Meal Prep and Storage
Toast is best served immediately, but you can make it ahead of time if you want. (You’ll just lose some of the crispness of the toasted bread.)
Wrap or store the prepared toast in an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for up to five days.
Recipes to Serve with Yogurt Toast
- Blackberry Chia Jam with Lemon and Rosemary
- Vanilla Matcha Latte
- Green Apple Lentil Smoothie
- Berry Coconut Water Smoothie
- Mushroom Goat Cheese Frittata
- Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl
Frequently Asked Questions for Yogurt Toast
Sure! Just use dairy-free yogurt alternative for the spread. Plain coconut yogurt alternative or plain cashew yogurt alternative is a good option.
Just use gluten-free bread. All of the toppings in this recipe are naturally gluten-free.
Toast is best served immediately to maintain the crispness of the toasted bread. You can still make this recipe ahead of time. Store the prepared toast in an airtight container or wrap and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
My favorite type of yogurt to use is a plain, whole milk Greek yogurt or skyr. Creamy, full-fat yogurts are the best options for this recipe.
If you can’t find blood oranges, just swap in a navel orange, mandarin orange, or any other type of orange that you have on hand.
Sure! You’ll just miss out on some of the “juices” that come with the frozen berries once you heat them up. It’ll still be delicious, though!
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Equipment
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Toaster or oven broiler
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Knife and cutting board
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Baking sheet
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Microwave or stovetop burner
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Ramekin (or other microwave-safe bowl) or small saucepan
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Butter knife or small spatula
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Microplane
Ingredients
Sweet Potato Chive Yogurt Toast:
- 1 slice bread
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt or skyr or dairy-free yogurt alternative
- 3 slices roasted sweet potato (see note)
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Wild Blueberry Basil Yogurt Toast:
- 1 slice bread
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt or skyr or dairy-free yogurt alternative
- 1 tablespoon frozen wild blueberries, warmed (see note)
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
Blood Orange Ginger Yogurt Toast:
- 1 slice bread
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt or skyr or dairy-free yogurt alternative
- 3 slices blood orange, seeds removed
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
Instructions
For the Sweet Potato Chive Yogurt Toast:
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Toast the bread (see note) and spread yogurt on one side.
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Arrange roasted sweet potato slices on top of the yogurt.
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Drizzle maple syrup over the sweet potato.
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Sprinkle with chives, sesame seeds, and crushed red pepper flakes.
For the Wild Blueberry Basil Yogurt Toast:
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Toast the bread (see note) and spread yogurt on one side.
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Spoon the warmed wild blueberries (with some of the juices) on top of the yogurt.
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Top with grated lemon peel and basil.
For the Blood Orange Ginger Yogurt Toast:
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Toast the bread (see note) and spread yogurt on one side.
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Arrange blood orange slices on top of the yogurt.
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Drizzle maple syrup over the blood orange.
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Top with grated ginger, sesame seeds, and basil.
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Notes
To warm wild blueberries: Add wild blueberries to a microwave-safe ramekin or bowl. Microwave on high for 1 minute, or until warmed through. You can also heat up the wild blueberries in a small saucepan over medium heat.
To toast bread: Use a toaster or spread the bread on a baking sheet and broil in the oven on low for 2-4 minutes each side, or until golden brown.
Storage: For best results, serve the toast immediately. You can also keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
Vegan Variation: Use a dairy-free yogurt alternative.
Gluten-Free Variation: Use gluten-free bread.
Yogurt Custard Toast Variation: Whisk ⅓ cup yogurt with 1 egg and 1 tablespoon maple syrup. Spread on bread and top with fruit and/or chocolate. Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, or until the custard is set.
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