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Assorted Bread Toppings

Bread toppings - the image is a flat lay of a wooden platter with nine slices of bread arranged in a grid-like pattern. each slice has a different type of avocado spread on it. the avocado spread is a bright green color and appears to be freshly made. on top of the avocado spread, there are slices of sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream. on the right side of the platter, there is a piece of grilled chicken with a sprinkle of herbs on top. the platter is garnished with fresh basil leaves. the background is a white marble countertop.

A collection of simple and delicious bread toppings perfect for enhancing any slice of bread. These toppings include savory, sweet, and fresh options to suit a variety of tastes and occasions.

Ingredients

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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 small ripe avocado, peeled and mashed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 cherry tomatoes, sliced
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup hummus
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
2 slices smoked turkey breast
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/4 cup thinly sliced cucumber

Instructions

In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with chopped fresh basil and chives to create a herb butter spread.
In another bowl, combine cream cheese, honey, and lemon zest to make a sweet cream cheese spread.
In a third bowl, mash the avocado and season with salt and black pepper.
To assemble the savory tomato and feta topping, drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over sliced cherry tomatoes, then sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
For the hummus topping, spread hummus evenly on the bread and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top.
For the turkey mustard spread, mix Dijon mustard and mayonnaise together.
To serve, spread your choice of herb butter, sweet cream cheese, avocado, hummus, or turkey mustard mixture onto slices of bread.
Top avocado spread with sliced cucumber for added freshness.
Top herb butter with the tomato and feta mixture for a savory option.
Add smoked turkey breast slices on top of the turkey mustard spread for a protein-rich topping.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate any unused toppings for up to 2 days.