Savory + Sour, Salty + Sweet

These bold, balanced toast toppers are proof that creativity starts at the crust. Over the last decade, avocado toast has transformed our brunch boards for good — and while we’re not ready to move on from our beloved green queen, there’s a whole world of inventive, gourmet toast toppings just waiting to push your breakfast boundaries. These restaurant-level pairings all start with perfectly crisp, browned toast (a Lotus specialty) as a platform to play with texture, temperature, and taste.

1. Neufchâtel + Pickles + Herbs

Meet the grown-up cousin of cream cheese and scallions. Start with a generous swipe of whipped Neufchâtel, layer on finely chopped pickles, parsley, and tarragon, then finish with a drizzle of Aleppo chili oil. It’s tangy, creamy, herbaceous, and just the right kind of spicy.

2. Crème Fraîche + Caviar + Chives

Lean into the opulence and luxe taste. Start by spreading cool crème fraîche on dark rye toast, spoon on a small pile of trout roe or Siberian sturgeon caviar, top with matchstick-cut chive batons and then finish with a few dots of lemon zest. Champagne optional — but highly encouraged.

3. Whipped Avocado + Edamame Smash + Chili Crunch

Avocado’s back, but with reinforcements. Blitz avocado and blanched edamame into a smooth whip in your The Power Spin™, then smear it across a slab of freshly toasted bread. Add a generous spoonful of chili crunch for a spicy contrast, then finish with a sprinkle of flaky salt and toasted sesame seeds.

4. Smoked Trout + Whole Grain Mustard + Shaved Fennel

A toast that eats like a canapé: start with a swipe of whole grain mustard, smear on smoky trout or salmon spread, then paper-thin fennel slices and dill across the top. A citrus squeeze seals the deal.

5. Harissa Hummus + Roasted Carrots + Dukkah

What’s a great toast if not a study in layers? This combo piles on flavor and texture, starting with a slather of hummus mixed with harissa and a scattering of roasted heirloom carrots (which take no time in your The Perfectionist™). Finish with a generous dusting with fragrant, nutty dukkah.

6. Goat Cheese + Pickled Strawberries + Pepper

Soft chèvre meets punchy, quick-pickled strawberries for a tangy-sweet combination that feels made for spring. After topping your toast with a creamy swipe of chèvre, scatter fresh berries you’ve bathed in equal parts water and vinegar. Finish with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of any fresh herbs you have handy.