Sweet Bread Soufflés on Toast: Elegant Desserts for a Memorable National Toast Day
Written by Deepali Verma | February 27, 2025
National Toast Day is set to be celebrated on February 27 this year. It was a day of recognition of the versatility of toast: from being a very humble kitchen staple to turning easily into a dish for any meal. Starting from buttered slices on breakfast tables to lavish desserts and savory snacks, toast has been a reliable yet infinitely creative culinary creation. This yearly celebration is a chance to take a pause and appreciate the artistry that can make something as plain as bread into gourmet foods.
The history of National Toast Day can be traced back to 2014 in the UK, where it was introduced by the Tiptree World Bread Awards to pay respect to the artistry of bread-making. From the humblest amateur bakers to the most prolific professional bakers, the day celebrates the detail that goes into every loaf. Toast, with its versatility in absorbing, supporting, and enhancing a myriad of toppings, holds the status of adaptability and culinary ingenuity.
This year, why not celebrate a toast with a touch of elegance? Sweet bread souffls on toast combine the richness of souffls with the comforting crispness of toast. These decadent recipes are perfect for turning an simple slice of bread into a dessert worth savoring.
Vanilla Souffl on Brioche Toast
Start with a thick slice of toasted brioche, its buttery crumb providing the perfect base. Then top it with a light and airy vanilla souffl mixture and bake until golden and puffed. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm for a dessert that combines the richness of brioche with the delicacy of souffl. The balance between the toasty base and the creamy topping makes this an instant favorite.
Chocolate Souffl on Sourdough Toast
Use the richness of a chocolate souffl batter as a dessert topper over sourdough toast. A subtle tang of sourdough plays well off deep cocoa flavors. Bake it off and drizzle with chocolate sauce or sprinkle sea salt for contrast. For chocolate lovers, it's that combination of rich, deep, dark chocolate paired with the hearty depth of sourdough.
Lemon Souffl on Multigrain Toast
For a tangy and airy treat, make a lemon souffl topping for a crusty slice of multigrain toast. The grains in the toast provide a nutty depth that plays well against the brightness of the citrus in the souffl. Finish with lemon zest and a dollop of whipped cream for a dessert that is at once decadent and wholesome.
Coffee Souffl on Rye Toast
When it comes to earthy notes, rye bread alone is the least expected yet perfect base for a coffee souffl. Whip up a coffee-based souffl mixture, smear it over toasted rye, and bake until it rises. Dust this with cocoa powder or crushed chocolate-covered espresso beans for an extra dramatic touch. This dessert is a treat for coffee lovers and pairs wonderfully with an after-dinner brew.
Orange and Honey Souffl on Focaccia Toast
A slice of lightly toasted focaccia becomes an extraordinary base for an orange and honey souffl. The souffl is infused with fresh orange juice and zest, adding a sweet citrusy brightness. Once baked, drizzle with warm honey and garnish with candied orange peel. This dessert feels indulgent yet light, perfect for those who love a hint of natural sweetness.
Strawberry Souffl on Milk Bread Toast
Milk breadÕs pillowy softness pairs beautifully with a strawberry souffl topping. Spread the light strawberry-infused mixture on the toast, bake until puffy, and garnish with fresh strawberry slices. The creamy souffl and the breadÕs natural sweetness make this a dessert thatÕs as visually stunning as it is delicious. ItÕs a crowd-pleaser that fits any occasion.
Nutmeg and Cinnamon Souffl on Whole Wheat Toast
Whole wheat toast transformed into a spice souffl with nutmeg and cinnamon will be quite filling. The heat and aromatic quality of the warm spices melt amazingly well with whole wheat as its base, offering a dessert so comforting and savory. Serve warm, dust with powdered sugar-cinnamon mix.
Coconut Souffl on Bun Toast
Buns becomes the base of a coconut souffl which is irresistibly subtly sweet; the souffl itself will be light with a twist in its creation - it will include coconut cream and grated coconut to give that exotic tropical flavor to it. Dust it with toasted coconut flakes to create a dessert as exotic as it sounds.