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A plate with a slice of toast topped with a round patty, a layer of sauce, and a rectangular pat of butter, reminiscent of Singaporean Kaya Toast, placed on a white surface.

Traditional Singaporean Kaya Toast Recipe

A woman in a white shirt standing in front of a bunch of oranges.Emma Clarke
A traditional Singaporean breakfast featuring crispy toast spread with rich kaya (coconut and egg jam) and a pat of butter.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Meal Type Breakfast
Cuisine Singaporean
Servings 2
Calories 237 kcal
Difficulty Easy
Ingredient Cost $3
Shopping Cost$9

Equipment

  • Toaster or grill pan
  • Butter knife

Ingredients
 
 

  • 4 slices white bread
  • 4 tbsp kaya coconut and egg jam
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter cold

Instructions
 

Toast the bread:

  • Toast the slices of bread until golden brown and crispy using a toaster or grill pan.
    4 slices white bread

Assemble the kaya toast:

  • Spread 1 tablespoon of kaya on one side of each slice of toast.
    4 tbsp kaya
  • Place a pat of cold butter (1/2 tablespoon) on two of the kaya-spread slices.
    2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • Top with the remaining slices of toast, kaya side down, to form sandwiches.

Serve:

  • Cut the kaya toast sandwiches diagonally and serve immediately.

Notes

Kaya can be found in Asian grocery stores or made at home.
Serve with soft-boiled eggs and a cup of strong coffee for a complete traditional breakfast.

Nutrition

Calories: 237kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 62mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 355IUCalcium: 109mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Coconut and Egg Jam, Kaya Toast, Singaporean Breakfast, Traditional Breakfast

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