Panera Bread Avocado Toast Recipe

This Panera Bread Avocado Toast is a real treat for a fresh, energizing breakfast and so easy to make! No need to hit the drive-thru, just toast your favorite rustic bread and let the creamy avocado work its magic to create a savory, crunchy, and perfectly seasoned masterpiece. Make it once and you’ll never go back to basic plain toast again! It’s delicious with a hot cup of coffee, a side of fresh fruit, a perfectly poached egg, a glass of cold orange juice; in fact most things.

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Panera Bread Avocado Toast Recipe Ingredients

• 2 thick slices of Country Rustic Sourdough bread
• 1 large ripe avocado
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice (prevents browning and adds zest)
• 1/2 teaspoon Everything Bagel Seasoning (sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic, onion)
• A pinch of flaky sea salt
• A pinch of freshly ground black pepper
• Optional: A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil

How To Make Panera Bread Avocado Toast Recipe

1. Toast the foundation: Start by toasting your sourdough slices. Panera uses a thick-cut Country Rustic Sourdough that is crunchy on the outside but chewy in the middle. Aim for a medium-dark toast so it’s sturdy enough to hold the weight of the avocado.
2. Prep the avocado: Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl. Add the lemon juice immediately. Using a fork, mash the avocado until it reaches your desired consistency. Panera’s version is known for being slightly chunky rather than a smooth puree.
3. Season the base: Stir in a tiny pinch of salt and pepper into the mashed avocado. Be careful with the salt here, as the “Everything” seasoning added later usually contains salt as well.
4. Assemble the toast: Spread the avocado mixture generously over the warm toasted sourdough. Use the back of your spoon to create little “divots” in the avocado—this helps the seasoning and oil stay in place.
5. The signature finish: Sprinkle the Everything Bagel Seasoning evenly over the avocado. If you want that extra café-style flair, add a final light drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil and a few extra flakes of sea salt.
6. Serve: Slice the toast on a diagonal and serve immediately while the bread is still warm and the avocado is fresh.

Recipe Tips

• The Bread Matters: The “Rustic Sourdough” is a key part of the flavor profile. If you can’t find sourdough, a thick-cut ciabatta or a hearty multigrain bread works as a great substitute.
• Avocado Ripeness: To check if an avocado is ready, gently press the top near the stem. If it gives slightly, it’s perfect. If it feels mushy, it’s overripe; if it’s hard as a rock, give it another day or two on the counter.
• Lemon Juice Secret: Even if you like your toast savory, the lemon juice is essential. It provides a bright acidity that cuts through the richness of the avocado fat and keeps the green color from turning brown if you aren’t eating it the second it’s made.
• Everything Seasoning: If you don’t have a pre-mixed bottle, you can make your own with equal parts dried minced garlic, dried minced onion, poppy seeds, and toasted sesame seeds.

What To Serve With Panera Bread Avocado Toast?

This Panera Bread Avocado Toast Recipe is a light, healthy meal that needs a protein or fruity pairing! A Perfectly Poached Egg is the quintessential choice for a creamy, runny yolk topping. For a balanced breakfast, a Bowl of Fresh Berries and Cream adds a lovely sweet contrast that pairs perfectly with the savory seasoning! A side of Crispy Turkey Bacon or a Hot Iced Vanilla Latte pairs wonderfully with the sourdough and avocado notes.

How To Store Panera Bread Avocado Toast

• Eat Fresh: Avocado toast is best enjoyed immediately. Once the avocado is mashed and exposed to air, it will begin to brown and the toast will lose its crunch.
• Prep Ahead: You can toast the bread and keep it in a sealed bag for a few hours. You can also mash the avocado with extra lemon juice and keep it in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface of the green mash to prevent oxidation.
• Avoid the Fridge: Do not store fully assembled toast in the refrigerator, as the bread will become soggy and the avocado will lose its fresh texture.

Panera Bread Avocado Toast Recipe Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 280 kcal (per slice)
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Sodium: 410 mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 32 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Protein: 6 g
• Fiber: 8 g

Nutrition information is estimated and based on one large slice of sourdough with half an avocado.

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