Gluten-Free Avocado Burrata Toast

This gluten-free avocado burrata toast is so easy, yet equally as delicious and stunning, for your next brunch gathering. Topped with roasted tomatoes, fresh basil and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, this is not your average avocado toast!

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Two slices of avocado toast with burrata and roasted tomatoes on top with a bowl of red pepper flakes.

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Why this recipe works

Trust me when I say this avocado burrata toast just may become your favorite burrata recipe. Sliced avocado and creamy burrata cheese are layered with roasted tomatoes on a piece of gluten-free sourdough bread and topped with flaky salt, fresh basil, olive oil and coarse ground black pepper.

If you haven’t had burrata before, you’re in for a treat with this burrata toast recipe. The word burrata comes from the word meaning “buttered” in Italian, and this breakfast toast is just that. Buttery, creamy, and savory.

As an upgrade to the classic avocado toast, this toast works perfectly as an easy (yet fancy!) breakfast or brunch, lunch, or dinner recipe. I love it for breakfast or brunch, personally.

This recipe is even great for serving a crowd since you can toast the bread in the oven. It’s equally impressive and delicious.

Ingredients

Ingredient Notes

burrata – You can use the larger 4 oz size of burrata and cut it in half for each slice of toast. You can also use the smaller 2 oz baby burrata size and use one for each toast. I prefer using the baby burrata, but either works. Do remember to season your burrata as it is a mild taste. A bit of salt and pepper goes a long way!
gluten-free sourdough – If you aren’t gluten-free, use any good bread or sourdough that you would like for this recipe. I used Schar gluten-free deli-style sourdough bread. The type of bread you use will determine how long you need to toast it in the oven.
cherry tomatoes – Any small cherry tomatoes will work for this recipe. I love the variation of color in the medley tomatoes I used.
olive oil – You will definitely taste the olive oil in this easy recipe since it is used for the bread, tomatoes and also as a drizzle on top of the burrata. Use an extra virgin olive oil for best results. Light olive oil doesn’t have much flavor and is not good here.
flaky sea salt – Also sometimes known as finishing salt, flaky sea salt will give this burrata toast some crunch and flavor. I personally love Maldon Sea Salt. It has large granules that is so tasty! If you use kosher salt or table salt, you will need significantly less salt as they both are smaller granules and will make the toast too salty. Season a little and taste before adding more.

An overhead view of two slices of burrata avocado toast topped with roasted tomatoes with bowls of flaky sea salt and crushed red pepper flakes on the side.

Variations

This avocado toast is very easy to customize to your preferences.

Don’t like crushed red pepper flakes? Omit them. Want to add a little something extra? A drizzle of balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar reduction is always a good idea.

Looking for a bit of freshness? A little lemon zest will do the trick! Want something even more savory? Use garlic toasts as the base for this recipe or rub your toasted bread with a garlic clove right when it comes out of the oven.

Really, this recipe is just a starting point and one of my favorite ways to eat burrata on toast. But don’t let that stop you from using this as a stepping stone for your own creations!

Step-by-Step instructions

Just follow these steps to make avocado burrata toast. The steps tie to the numbered photos below. Be sure to check out the recipe card for the full instructions, nutrition, and additional notes.

First, preheat the oven to 400F. Place the bread and tomatoes on a baking sheet, making sure to place them on opposite sides of the baking sheet so the tomatoes don’t make your bread soggy. Drizzle both the bread and fresh tomatoes with olive oil and toss to coat. *Note: If you’re scaling this recipe up and cooking for a crowd, place the bread and tomatoes on separate baking sheets. Since I’m just making a few servings, I like to use one sheet to cut down on mess and dish washing.
Roast the slices of bread and tomatoes in the oven for 10 to 12 minute. You’ll want to flip the bread halfway through to make sure it gets toasted on both sides. Depending on what type of bread you use, your bread may be done earlier than the tomatoes.
Peel the avocado and remove the pit carefully. Slice the avocado lengthwise. I like to keep the avocado all together still and just fan it out slightly for a beautiful presentation.
Open up the burrata to reveal the creamy inside.
Top the toasted bread with sliced avocado and creamy burrata.
Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, a few fresh basil leaves, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

A collage showing the steps for making burrata avocado toast, from roasting the tomatoes and bread, slicing avocado and burrata, and topping the bread with the toppings.

Expert Tips

I like to place the bread and tomatoes on the same sheet pan for easy clean up. I find they typically will cook in the same amount of time, but depending on the bread you use it may take more or less time than the tomatoes do. You can roast them on separate sheet pans if you prefer.
Keep the tomatoes and bread on opposite sides of the sheet pan because as the tomatoes roast, they will release juices and you don’t want soggy bread.
I like to use whole cherry tomatoes that have been roasted, but you could also slice them in half first and have the cut side facing up for roasting.
If you would like to toast your bread in the toaster instead of the oven, you can definitely do that. Just top with a drizzle of olive oil when it comes out of the toaster. DO NOT drizzle with olive oil before placing in the toaster.
You can also toast the bread in a skillet. Just add a tablespoon of olive oil and add the slices of bread. Toast a few minutes on each side.

Recipe FAQs

What type of sourdough bread should I use to make this gluten-free?

I used Schär Deli Style Sourdough Bread for this recipe, but you can use your favorite gluten-free bread. Keep in mind, it may take more or less time to toast in the oven.

What is burrata?

Burrata is a soft texture Italian cheese that is essentially an outer shell of mozzarella stuffed with cream and un-pulled curd (Stracciatella).

What can I substitute instead of burrata?

If you aren’t able to find burrata cheese at your local grocery store, you can use fresh mozzarella in its place. It will not be the same since you will not have the stracciatella, but still a tasty breakfast.

How do I know if my avocado is ripe?

The avocado should give gently when you squeeze it if it is ripe. If it has a lot of give, it is too ripe. If it does not give at all, it’s still not ready.

An overhead view of a slice of avocado toast topped with burrata, roasted tomatoes and basil.

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I’m Megan

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