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Show Mom the love this Mother’s Day with a delicious sweet and savory breakfast toast. Brie and apricot preserves on the bottom and spiralized apple and leek sauté on top, it’s an easy and elegant breakfast in bed dish.
Mother’s Day was always a special time in our house when we were young.
It was a chance to spend the morning in the kitchen with our dad, making breakfast in bed for my mom. 
The breakfasts were never grand – simple bacon, eggs, toast, a side of fruit, and a cup of juice. It was the whole act of putting the breakfast together, plating it on a tray complete with a flower in a vase, that made the occasion special.
If I were to make breakfast in bed for Mom today, I would do things a bit differently.
Sweet. Savory. Cheese. Preserves. Spiralized. All in one dish on one plate in the form of a simple, yet elegant breakfast toast.
One of the “sweet” aspects of this breakfast toast is a thick slather of Bonne Maman Apricot Preserves.
Bonne Maman is a staple in our house. Not only because of its high-quality flavor and texture, but also because Bonne Maman preserves are Non-GMO Project Verified, have no high fructose corn syrup, no artificial coloring or no preservatives added.
The subtle sweetness of the apricot preserves softens the onion-like sharpness of the leeks, balances the creamy richness of the Brie, and complements the fresh juiciness of the spiralized apple.
All the ingredients, when piled high on a slice of lightly toasted gluten-free toast, create a dreamy dish that satisfies both the sweet and savory aspects of breakfast.
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Gluten Free Apricot, Apple and Leek Breakfast Toast
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Omnivore
Description
Sweet and savory breakfast toast!
Brie, apricot preserves, and sautéed apple & leek.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 leek (sliced into half moons)
- 1 apple (spiralized into thin noodles)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 slices gluten-free bread (lightly toasted)
- 4-5 slices Brie cheese
- 4-5 tbsp Bonne Maman Apricot Preserves
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) finely chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Trim the leek, removing the tough end and green stalk. Slice in half lengthwise, then into half moons. Wash thoroughly to remove any dirt.
- Wash and slice off the ends from one large apple. Spiralize the apple into thin noodles using a spiralizer, or thinly slice if a spiralizer is unavailable. Place apple noodles in a bowl with a teaspoon of lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat (approximately 375°F/190°C). Add the leek slices and stir to coat. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
- Add the apple noodles to the skillet, tossing with the leek slices to combine. Cook 1-2 minutes until softened. Remove from heat.
- Slice 4-5 thick slabs of Brie cheese. Finely chop walnuts. Set aside.
- Lightly toast your choice of gluten-free bread.
- Layer Brie over each slice of toast. Top with apricot preserves. Next, layer the cooked apple and leek. Garnish with crushed walnuts.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality apricot preserves.
- If you don’t have a spiralizer, thinly slicing the apple works well; just be sure to toss it with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of toast
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 30
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of cheese works best for this breakfast toast?
Brie cheese is recommended for this recipe as its creamy richness pairs well with the apricot preserves and balances the flavors.
How should I prepare the leeks for the toast?
The leeks should be sautéed until they are tender and slightly caramelized to enhance their flavor before being added to the toast.
Can I substitute the apricot preserves with another flavor?
While apricot preserves are ideal for their sweetness and texture, you can experiment with other flavors like peach or apricot-pear preserves, but the overall taste will change.
