Dairy-Free Kaya Puff
Delight in the rich, tropical flavors of Dairy-Free Kaya Puffs, a beloved Southeast Asian treat reinvented for dairy-free diets. This recipe features a flaky, golden pastry filled with silky kaya jam—an aromatic blend of coconut milk, pandan leaves, and brown sugar that delivers an irresistible caramel-like sweetness. The dough, crafted with vegetable oil instead of butter, achieves the perfect balance of tenderness and crispness. Easy to assemble and baked to perfection, these puffs make a stunning addition to any dessert platter or snack time. Perfect for sharing or savoring solo, Dairy-Free Kaya Puffs bring a taste of tradition to your table with a modern twist, all while being free of dairy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 80 grams Vegetable oil
- 70 milliliters Cold water
- 200 milliliters Coconut milk
- 2 pieces Egg yolks
- 2 leaves Pandan leaves
- 150 grams Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Cold water (for cornstarch slurry)
Instructions
Start by preparing the Kaya filling. In a saucepan, add coconut milk, brown sugar, and pandan leaves. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture is warm. Remove from heat.
In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks and slowly add the warm coconut milk mixture, stirring constantly to avoid curdling.
Return the mixture to the saucepan, remove pandan leaves, and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens.
Mix cornstarch with cold water to make a slurry, then add it to the saucepan. Continue stirring until the Kaya thickens more. Set aside to cool.
For the pastry, mix all-purpose flour and salt in a bowl. Add vegetable oil and mix until a crumbly dough is formed.
Gradually add cold water to the flour mix, kneading until a soft dough forms. Wrap in cling film and chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
After chilling, divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a circle about 3 inches in diameter.
Place a spoonful of cooled Kaya jam in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to create a semi-circle and press the edges with a fork to seal.
Arrange the puffs on the prepared baking sheet. If desired, brush the tops with an egg wash or a mix of coconut milk and water for a glaze.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your dairy-free Kaya Puffs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2332 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.5 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 48.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 369 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 2457 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 363.9 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 160.2 g | ||
| Protein | 31.2 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 219 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 685 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
