Start your Fourth of July celebration with a bang with this red, white, and blue flag toast. This simple yet festive recipe features toasted bread topped with creamy yogurt, sweet strawberries, and blueberries for a colorful and patriotic breakfast treat. It's perfect for kids and adults alike and will surely impress your guests. In just a few minutes, you can create a beautiful and delicious toast that captures the spirit of Independence Day.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread
- 1 cup of Greek yogurt
- 1 cup of sliced strawberries
- 1 cup of blueberries
- Honey or maple syrup for drizzling (optional)
Directions
- Toast the bread slices until golden brown. Let them cool slightly.
- Spread a generous amount of Greek yogurt on each slice of toast, covering the entire surface.
- Arrange the sliced strawberries in a row at the top left corner of each toast, creating the red stripes of the flag.
- Place the blueberries in a square formation next to the strawberries, representing the blue field with stars.
- If desired, drizzle honey or maple syrup over the top of the toast for added sweetness and flavor.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
The combination of red strawberries, white yogurt, and blueberries represents the colors of the American flag.
Greek yogurt is a healthier alternative to traditional spreads like butter or cream cheese.
This recipe can easily be customized by using different fruits or spreads to create different designs or variations.
It's a fun and creative way to get kids involved in celebrating Independence Day and teaching them about the significance of the flag's colors.