Description
Tahini Toasts are a quick and nutritious breakfast or snack inspired by Middle Eastern flavors. Crisp toasted sourdough or whole grain bread is generously spread with a creamy tahini mixture sweetened with honey or maple syrup and accented with sea salt and cinnamon. These toasts are then topped with crunchy chopped nuts, sesame seeds, and fresh seasonal fruit slices, offering a perfect balance of creamy, sweet, and crunchy textures. Perfect for a wholesome start to the day or an energizing snack any time.
Ingredients
Scale
Toast
- 4 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
Tahini Mixture
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Toppings
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios or almonds
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 small banana or seasonal fruit, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Toast the bread: Toast the 4 slices of sourdough or whole grain bread until they are golden brown and crisp to provide a sturdy base for the toppings.
- Prepare the tahini spread: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup tahini with 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon if using. Stir well until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the toasts: Spread a generous layer of the tahini mixture evenly over each toasted bread slice, ensuring full coverage.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped pistachios or almonds and 1 tablespoon sesame seeds over the tahini-covered toasts.
- Finish with fruit: Top each toast with thin slices of 1 small banana or your favorite seasonal fruit for freshness and natural sweetness.
- Serve: Serve immediately while the toasts are still warm and crunchy to enjoy the perfect texture contrast.
Notes
- For a savory variation, skip the sweetener in the tahini spread and top with sliced avocado, a sprinkle of za’atar, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Add pomegranate molasses drizzle or fresh mint leaves for an extra flavor boost and freshness.
