Introduction

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a fun and festive Leprechaun Toast. This vibrant green cream cheese spread on toasted bread, decorated with chocolate “gold coins” and sprinkles, is a playful treat perfect for kids and adults alike.

Two slices of white bread toast lie on a wooden board, each topped with a thick layer of bright green frosting that looks smooth and creamy. On top of the frosting are colorful cereal pieces in various shapes like rainbows, hearts, clovers, and circles, all adding a playful touch with soft pastel colors like pink, blue, yellow, and green. Small golden sprinkles are scattered around the cereal pieces, adding a light shimmer. Next to the board, a white bowl filled with the same rainbow-colored cereal sits on a white marbled surface. A mustard yellow textured cloth is casually draped to the left side of the board. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 slices thick-cut white bread or brioche
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon heavy cream or milk
1/4 teaspoon green food coloring (gel is recommended)
1 teaspoon powdered sugar (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
Pinch of salt
Green sprinkles, as needed
Chocolate chips (mini or regular), as needed (for “gold coins”)
Small edible gold stars or glitter, as needed
Whipped cream (optional, for clouds or foamy top)
Fresh mint leaves (optional, for a natural green touch)
Fresh berries like blueberries (for “four-leaf clovers”), as needed

Instructions

Step 1: Lightly toast your bread slices to your desired level of crispness using a toaster, toaster oven, or dry skillet over medium heat. Set aside to cool slightly.
Step 2: In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, softened butter, and heavy cream or milk until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Add green food coloring a few drops at a time until you reach a vibrant green color. Stir well for even color. Optionally, mix in powdered sugar and a pinch of salt for balanced sweetness.
Step 4: Spread the green cream cheese mixture generously and evenly over each slice of toasted bread.
Step 5: Decorate to resemble a leprechaun’s hoard: cluster chocolate chips as “gold coins” near the bottom, sprinkle green sprinkles all over, add edible gold stars or glitter for sparkle, pipe whipped cream along the top edge for “clouds,” and arrange mint leaves or fresh berries to create a natural green accent or “four-leaf clovers.”
Step 6: Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh taste and bright colors of your St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Toast.

Tips & Variations

Use brioche for a richer, buttery toast base that complements the creamy spread.
For a dairy-free option, substitute cream cheese and butter with vegan alternatives.
Try different food-safe colorings like spinach powder for a natural green tint.
Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or a drizzle of honey for extra flavor twists.

Storage

St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Toast is best enjoyed fresh. If needed, store leftover spread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Toast separately before serving and then apply any decoration freshly, as the toppings may lose texture and color if stored assembled.

How to Serve

Two slices of white bread are spread with thick, bright green frosting, covering the entire top surface of each slice. On the frosting are colorful cereal pieces shaped like rainbows, clovers, and various small shapes in pink, blue, yellow, and beige scattered evenly. Small round orange sprinkles and thin yellow sprinkles fill the spaces between the cereal pieces. One slice has a bite taken out of its corner, revealing the soft texture of the bread inside. The slices rest on a white marbled surface with a textured brown cloth nearby, and a glass of milk is partially visible in the background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular food coloring instead of gel?

Yes, regular food coloring works, but gel coloring provides a more vibrant color without thinning the spread, making it easier to maintain the creamy texture.

How can I make this recipe kid-friendly?

Keep decorations simple and safe by avoiding small edible glitter if very young children are present. Allow kids to decorate their own toasts for a fun activity.