A slice of toasted bread with a pat of butter and a spread of brown jam on a white plate beside a cloth napkin, reminiscent of a traditional Singaporean Kaya Toast.

Traditional Singaporean Kaya Toast Recipe

Name: Traditional Singaporean Kaya Toast Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 4 slices white bread; 4 tbsp kaya (coconut and egg jam); 2 tbsp unsalted butter (cold)

Emma Clarke

|July 29, 2024

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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

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

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Meal Type Breakfast

Cuisine Singaporean

Servings

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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Mornings in Singapore often begin early, filled with the promise of new projects and challenges. Amidst the hustle, a delightful breakfast like Kaya Toast offers a moment of calm. This traditional meal features crispy toast spread with rich kaya and a pat of butter, serving as a nostalgic favorite that connects to local culture. Much like the spaces designed in the city, Kaya Toast provides warmth and familiarity, making it the perfect start to a busy day.

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