Creamy avocado toast finished with a drizzle of hot honey—simple, satisfying, and a delicious way to elevate a quick breakfast, brunch, or lunch. The contrast of savory, bright avocado with sweet-spicy honey is surprisingly delightful and easy to customize to your taste.
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Why you’ll love this recipe
- Flavor-packed and balanced. The sweet heat of hot honey pairs beautifully with creamy avocado and a squeeze of lemon for a sweet-savory bite with a hint of spice.
- Fast and easy. Ready in about 10 minutes, this toast is perfect for busy mornings or a relaxed weekend brunch. It’s also highly adaptable for different tastes or for serving kids—use regular honey if you prefer no heat.
- Nutritious. Avocados provide healthy fats, fiber, and several vitamins and minerals, making this a filling and nourishing option.
Key ingredients and variations
- Bread: Sourdough is excellent, but whole-grain, multigrain, or your favorite gluten-free bread work too.
- Avocado: Use a ripe avocado—give it a gentle squeeze and it should yield slightly. Avoid overly soft or hard fruit.
- Hot honey: Adds sweetness and heat. Substitute regular honey if you want no spice, or add red pepper flakes for extra kick.
- Lemon juice: A squeeze brightens the flavors and helps the avocado stay green longer.
- Seasonings: Salt, black pepper, and a pinch of garlic powder are all you need. Feel free to experiment with everything bagel seasoning, hemp hearts, or flaky sea salt.
How to make avocado toast with hot honey
- It’s very simple—mash avocado, season, toast your bread, spread, and finish with hot honey.
Mash a ripe avocado in a bowl with a squeeze of fresh lemon, a pinch of salt, black pepper, and a touch of garlic powder. Mash to your preferred texture—smooth or slightly chunky.
Toast the bread if desired, spread the seasoned avocado, then drizzle hot honey over the top. Add any optional toppings and serve immediately.
More recipes with avocado
If you love avocado, try other recipes that feature it.
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Baked Crispy Bean and Cheese Tacos with Avocado Crema
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Tuna And Bean Salad With Corn and Avocado
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Chicken Pizza with Black Beans & Smashed Avocado
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Hearts Of Palm Salad With Shallot Vinaigrette
Topping ideas
- Microgreens or arugula
- Goat cheese, brie, or feta
- Poached, sunny side up, or scrambled eggs
- Bacon
- Tomato slices or cherry tomatoes
- Hemp hearts or seeds
- Everything but the bagel seasoning
- Flaky sea salt
Tips
- Choose a ripe avocado for the best texture and flavor.
- Enjoy avocado toast right away for the best texture and color.
- Use good-quality bread—sourdough, whole grain, or artisan loaves make a difference.
- Adjust heat to your preference: use regular honey for no spice, mix hot and regular honey, or sprinkle red pepper flakes for more heat.
Frequently asked question
Mashing in a bowl makes it easier to season evenly and spread without tearing the bread. Mash to your preferred consistency—smooth or slightly chunky—so it spreads and stays on the toast while eating.
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Avocado Toast With Hot Honey
Priscilla Lawrence
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Equipment
- bowl
- fork
- toaster
Ingredients
- 2 slices of bread of choice: sourdough, whole grain, or gluten-free
- 1 avocado ripe
- 1 squeeze fresh lemon
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 pinch garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons hot honey or regular honey, to taste
Instructions
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Mash the ripe avocado in a bowl with a fork. Add a squeeze of lemon, a pinch of garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, and mix until combined.
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Toast the bread if desired. Gently spread the seasoned avocado over each slice.
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Drizzle with hot honey, add a little extra salt or pepper if needed, top with optional garnishes, and serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
Calories: 246.7 kcal |
Carbohydrates: 26.4 g |
Protein: 4 g |
Fat: 15.7 g
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About Priscilla Lawrence
Hi, I’m Priscilla Lawrence. I develop approachable, nutrient-rich recipes that are flavorful and not overly restrictive. I’m a mom, former nutritionist, recipe developer, and food photographer based in California with roots in France.