Kaya Toast

Kaya Toast

Traditional Singaporean breakfast with coconut jam and butter

Yield SERVES 4
Prep Time
Cook Time
Total Time
Difficulty MEDIUM

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Kaya Jam (if making from scratch)
    In a heatproof bowl, whisk eggs, coconut milk, sugar and salt until well combined. Add knotted pandan leaves. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double-boiler method) and stir continuously for about 20-25 minutes until the mixture thickens to a spreadable consistency. Remove pandan leaves and let cool completely.
  2. Toast the Bread
    Lightly butter the outside of the bread slices. Toast in a pan or toaster until golden brown and crisp on the outside but still soft inside.
  3. Assemble the Toast
    While the toast is still warm, spread a thick layer of kaya jam on one slice. Place a thin slice of cold butter on another slice, then sandwich them together. Cut diagonally into triangles or rectangles as preferred.
  4. Prepare Soft-Boiled Eggs
    Bring water to a boil in a small pot. Add eggs and cook for exactly 6 minutes. Remove and place in cold water for 1 minute. Carefully peel the eggs and place them in small serving bowls. Drizzle with dark soy sauce and sprinkle with white pepper.
  5. Serve
    Arrange the kaya toast on a plate alongside the bowl of soft-boiled eggs. Traditionally enjoyed with a cup of strong coffee or tea.

Nutritional Information

420
Calories
per serving
14
Protein
g
46
Carbohydrates
g
21
Total Fat
g
11
Saturated Fat
g
2
Fiber
g
23
Sugar
g
680
Sodium
mg
3
Vitamin C
mg
2.5
Iron
mg

Kaya Toast is Also Known As

Kaya Bread, Seri Kaya Toast, Nyonya Kaya Toast or Coconut Jam Toast