Molletes are a popular and delicious Mexican breakfast dish. They consist of a toasted bolillo roll topped with refried beans, melted cheese, and pico de gallo. This recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for a busy morning. Molletes can be enjoyed on their own or served with avocado slices or salsa on the side. Try this flavorful and satisfying breakfast option to start your day off right!
Ingredients
- 4 bolillo rolls
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup shredded cheese (such as Monterey Jack or Cheddar)
- 1/2 cup pico de gallo
- Optional: sliced avocado and salsa, for serving
Directions
- Preheat your oven broiler on high.
- Slice the bolillo rolls in half horizontally.
- Place the rolls cut-side up on a baking sheet.
- Toast the rolls under the broiler for 1-2 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
- Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Spread a generous amount of refried beans on each toasted roll half.
- Top the beans with shredded cheese.
- Place the baking sheet back under the broiler for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the molletes cool for a minute.
- To serve, top each mollete with pico de gallo.
- If desired, serve with sliced avocado and salsa on the side.
