If you’ve ever wondered how to take your morning toast from bland to brilliant, a viral tip from popular YouTuber Thee Burger Dude might be just what your breakfast needs. In a recent short video shared with fans, the food creator responded to a wave of comments about the perfectly browned toast featured in his vegan tuna salad recipe.

To satisfy their curiosity, he broke down exactly how to replicate that golden, restaurant-quality toast at home, and it starts with a quick swipe of melted butter. He said: “We're just gonna melt some butter on a pan and then coat your bread in it the best you can". From there, things get even easier. Using a panini press, grill weight, or anything with a little heft, press the buttered bread in the hot pan for about 10 to 20 seconds.

After releasing the pressure, let the bread continue to toast until it reaches your desired level of golden brown.

The result is toast that's crispy on the outside, tender in the middle, and rich with buttery flavour, all achieved without a toaster.

The light press not only helps the bread make even contact with the hot pan but also creates that signature deep browning that store-bought toast often lacks.

While butter has always had a reputation for enhancing flavour, this method also emphasises texture and technique.

It’s an easy upgrade for everything from avocado toast to breakfast sandwiches and works just as well with dairy-free butter alternatives for vegan eaters.

It’s a fast, fuss-free way to elevate the most basic pantry staple, and judging by the buzz online, it’s one toast tip people are eager to try. So before you reach for the toaster again, grab some butter and a pan instead, your breakfast deserves it.