Vegemite Toast
Hot buttered toast with the thinnest scrape of Vegemite. The Australian breakfast, made the way it is meant to be: butter first, Vegemite thin.
Method
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Toast the bread until golden and crisp, about 3 minutes in a toaster.
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Butter each slice generously while it is still hot, right to the edges, so the butter melts into the toast.
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Scrape a very thin layer of Vegemite over the butter with the tip of a knife, about a quarter of a teaspoon per slice. Use less than you think you need.
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Cut each slice into fingers or triangles and eat while hot.
Chef’s Tips
- Butter first, Vegemite second. The butter is what stops it tasting harshly salty.
- Scrape it thin. A little goes a very long way, and it should not be so thick that you cannot see the butter.
- Use thick-cut bread, so the toast stays crisp under the butter.
Pairing Suggestions
- A cup of tea
- A poached egg
- Sliced avocado
Storage & Reheating
Best eaten at once. Keep the jar in the cupboard, not the fridge.
Common questions
How long does Vegemite Toast take to make?
About 8 minutes in total — 5 minutes of preparation and 3 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 2.
What are the key tips for making Vegemite Toast?
Butter first, Vegemite second. The butter is what stops it tasting harshly salty. Scrape it thin. A little goes a very long way, and it should not be so thick that you cannot see the butter. Use thick-cut bread, so the toast stays crisp under the butter.
What should I serve with Vegemite Toast?
A cup of tea; A poached egg; Sliced avocado.
Is Vegemite Toast suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is vegetarian and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Vegemite Toast?
About 258 kcal per serving, with 7 g protein, 35 g carbohydrate and 10 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Nutritional Highlights
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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