Dessert

Spicy Crispy Yolk Toast Recipe

Bylilan Sage January 9, 2026January 9, 2026

Introduction

Spicy Crispy Yolk Toast is a delightful twist on traditional toast, featuring perfectly fried, panko-coated egg yolks with a smoky, spicy butter sauce. This recipe combines creamy labneh, bold spices, and fresh herbs to create a flavorful breakfast or snack that’s sure to impress.

Two slices of thick white toasted bread are placed side by side on a white plate, both pieces showing a golden-brown charred crust. Each toast is spread with a smooth layer of white creamy cheese, and topped with a deep golden-orange round fried ball that has a crumbly texture and is sprinkled with herbs and coarse salt. There is a drizzle of reddish-orange oil and dark balsamic glaze over the cheese, adding glossy spots and streaks. Small green dill sprigs are scattered on top and around the toast on the plate, which sits on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 slices ciabatta
4 egg yolks (seasoned and fully coated with panko, chilled for 15-20 minutes)
Panko (enough to fully coat egg yolks, crushed by hand)
3 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp honey
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp crushed red pepper
1 tsp chipotle powder
1/2 tsp sumac
Fresh dill
Za’atar (to taste)
1/4 cup labneh
1 small garlic clove
Squeeze of lemon (to taste)
Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, mix together the labneh, grated garlic, a squeeze of lemon, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
Step 2: Melt the butter in a pan over medium heat. Add olive oil, sumac, smoked paprika, chipotle powder, honey, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper. Stir to combine and keep warm on low heat.
Step 3: Heat some avocado oil in a separate pan. Carefully place the panko-coated egg yolks in the pan, tilting it to pool oil on one side. Fry the yolks for about 15 seconds until golden, spooning the hot oil over them to baste evenly.
Step 4: Toast the ciabatta slices until crisp and golden. Spread each slice generously with the labneh mixture, sprinkle with za’atar and fresh dill, then drizzle with the spicy butter sauce. Top each toast with a fried yolk and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

For extra crispiness, crush the panko crumbs by hand to create irregular pieces before coating the yolks.
Swap the ciabatta for sourdough or a hearty multigrain bread for different textures and flavors.
If you prefer less spice, reduce the amount of crushed red pepper and chipotle powder.
Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro can be used instead of dill for a different herbal note.

Storage

It’s best to enjoy this toast fresh as fried yolks don’t store well. Leftover spicy butter can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and gently reheated. Labneh mixture will keep well in the fridge for up to 2 days.

How to Serve

Two thick slices of toasted bread with a golden-brown crust form the base, each topped evenly with a creamy white spread. On top of the spread, there is a round, crispy, orange-brown fried ball placed almost in the center of each slice. Bright orange oil drizzles are scattered around, contrasting against the white spread, with small green herb sprigs sprinkled on top and around the bread. The plate is white, set on a white marbled surface, and the edges of the bread show slight charring. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use whole eggs instead of just yolks?

Yes, but the cooking time and texture will change. Whole eggs may not crisp up the same way when coated with panko, so the dish will have a different texture and presentation.