Spooky Franken-Mash Avocado Toasts Recipe

If you love avocado toast but want to take it to the next level — especially around Halloween or any fun brunch — you’ve got to try my Spooky Franken-Mash Avocado Toasts Recipe. It’s a playful twist that combines creamy mashed avocado with fun, healthy toppings arranged like our favorite green monster friend, Frankenstein. I absolutely love how these little toasts turn out: super tasty, visually adorable, and surprisingly healthy! Stick with me, and I’ll show you how easy it is to whip these up for your next spooky gathering or even a regular weekday breakfast that needs a dose of fun.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

These ingredients come together beautifully — creamy avocado mashed with zesty lemon, crunchy Brazil nuts, and a hint of sweetness from banana and raisins. I always recommend choosing ripe, fresh produce, especially the avocado, for that perfect creamy texture and flavor.

• Bread: I like using a sturdy white or whole grain bread that holds up well to the toppings without getting soggy.
• DOLE Avocados: Use ripe avocados for easy mashing and the best creamy consistency.
• Lemon: Fresh lemon juice brightens the avocado and helps prevent browning.
• Brazil Nuts: Cut in half and used to make Frankenstein’s iconic ‘bolts’—they add a fun crunch!
• DOLE Banana: Adds sweetness and fun shapes for the eyes and mouth.
• DOLE Raisins: Great for creating hair, eyeballs, and teeth details.
• DOLE Organic Spinach: Used as the “body” underneath the toasts, giving a fresh and healthy touch.
• DOLE Carrots: Thinly sliced to create a neck area — extra crunch and color!

Variations

I love how fun and versatile the Spooky Franken-Mash Avocado Toasts Recipe is. You can easily customize the decorations or swap in fruits and veggies you prefer—it’s all about making it your own spooky masterpiece!

• Avocado Variations: Sometimes I add a pinch of chili flakes or smoked paprika to the avocado mash for a little kick when serving to adults.
• Nut Alternatives: If you don’t have Brazil nuts, almond slivers or pecan halves work great for Frankenstein’s bolts.
• Fruit Swaps: Instead of banana, try sliced strawberries or kiwi for a colorful twist on the eyes and mouth.
• Greens Swap: Kale or arugula can replace spinach if you want a peppery bite for the “body”.

How to Make Spooky Franken-Mash Avocado Toasts Recipe

Step 1: Prep the Bread and Avocado Mash

Start by removing the crusts from your bread slices to create neat rectangles that look like Frankenstein’s head. I usually grab a sharp serrated knife and carefully cut just off the edges—kids love helping with this part! Next, mash your ripe avocado in a bowl and mix in about 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice. This not only adds a bit of tang but keeps your mash bright green and fresh-looking. Make sure your avocado isn’t too underripe or that mash will be more like guacamole texture.

Step 2: Toast and Spread

Toast your bread until golden, but not too crispy—remember, you want to be able to cut it later if needed without it crumbling. Slather a generous layer of your lemony mashed avocado on each toast. Here’s a fun trick: use a fork to drag streaks through the avocado, creating an uneven texture that looks a bit like Frankenstein’s rough skin. This little detail makes the toasts look so much more fun and authentic.

Step 3: Assemble the Franken-Mash Face

Now comes the creative part! Place those Brazil nut halves on the upper sides of the ‘head’ to look like Frankenstein’s bolts. Then sprinkle raisins across the top edge like wild, unruly hair. Slice the banana into shapes for the eyes and mouth shapes — I like to make big round eyes and a zig-zag mouth. Use raisins again to add eyeballs and optional teeth for a creepy-cute effect. Finally, arrange thin carrot slices just below the toast as a “neck” area.

Step 4: Create the Franken-Body with Spinach

For the “body,” I like spreading fresh DOLE organic spinach leaves on the plate under the toast—it’s a nice pop of color and adds fresh greens to your snack. If you’re serving two toasts, try arranging them side by side with overlapping spinach to create a fun “two-headed” Frankenstein look that always turns heads.

How to Serve Spooky Franken-Mash Avocado Toasts Recipe

Garnishes

I love garnishing mine with extra raisins and a sprinkle of chili flakes if I want a little heat. Sometimes, I add a few pumpkin seeds around for texture and visual interest. A dash of black sesame seeds sprinkled on the avocado also looks like little freckles on Frankenstein’s face—cute and delicious.

Side Dishes

For a complete meal, I like serving these toasts alongside fresh fruit salad or a chilled tomato soup—both bring a refreshing contrast. Also, a simple cup of spicy pumpkin latte pairs wonderfully with the savory and sweet elements in the toasts.

Creative Ways to Present

For parties, I’ve arranged these toasts on a large platter with Halloween-themed decor like mini pumpkins and spider web napkins. Creating a “Frankenstein army” by making little faces on multiple toasts is always a crowd favorite. Kids especially love helping put the faces together, turning your kitchen into a creative workshop.

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

If you have leftovers, cover the avocado toast tightly with plastic wrap, pressing directly onto the avocado to minimize air exposure and prevent browning. Store in the fridge and enjoy within a day for best freshness, though the toppings might lose their crispness.

Freezing

Freezing isn’t really ideal for this recipe because the bread tends to get soggy and the avocado texture changes once thawed. I usually recommend making just what you need to enjoy fresh.

Reheating

If you need to reheat the toast, avoid putting it in the microwave with the avocado on top. Instead, gently toast the bread separately, then spread fresh avocado mash again or enjoy the leftovers chilled for best taste and texture.

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Final Thoughts

I used to think avocado toast was just a simple, everyday snack until I tried giving it a fun, seasonal spin with this Spooky Franken-Mash Avocado Toasts Recipe. It’s become a favorite in my house not only because it tastes amazing (creamy, fresh, a touch sweet and crunchy) but because it’s such a joy to assemble and share, especially with family and friends. If you’re looking to impress guests or just want to add a little magic to your breakfast routine, give this recipe a try — you’ll enjoy every bite and smile at how cute it looks on the plate. Trust me, these Franken-mash toasts are seriously fan-freaking-tastic!

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