Her go-to bread for avocado toast is La Brea French Loaf sliced about 3/4-inch thick. “It’s the perfect size, thickness, shape and texture for avocado toast,” Hill said.

Broil the assembled toasts, checking frequently, until the cheese is melting and the fruit is bubbling and starting to brown ...

Baker Rebecca Bishop agrees: “Sourdough bread makes the best toasted sandwiches and keeps so well it’s the gift that keeps on giving!” However, she prefers a blend of flours.

Return the bread to the toaster (or broiler) for 50 to 60 seconds, or until the chocolate is shiny and melted on top, but not melted into a puddle. If you need to return the toast to the oven ...