High Protein Kaya Puff
Delight in the irresistible fusion of traditional flavors and modern nutrition with this High Protein Kaya Puff recipe! Perfect for health-conscious snackers, these flaky, golden pastries are enriched with protein powder to give you a nutritious boost without compromising on taste. The buttery, melt-in-your-mouth crust cradles a luscious filling of kaya, a rich and aromatic coconut jam beloved in Southeast Asian cuisine. Perfectly balanced between sweet indulgence and wholesome nutrition, these protein-packed puffs are ideal for breakfast, teatime, or as an on-the-go snack. With a short prep and bake time, this easy recipe yields 12 delectable puffs, making it perfect for sharing—or not!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams plain flour
- 50 grams protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 125 grams butter (cold, cubed)
- 60 ml cold water
- 1 large egg yolk
- 200 grams kaya (coconut jam)
- 1 large egg white
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and protein powder. Mix well to ensure the protein powder is evenly distributed.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour-protein mixture. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Make a well in the center and add the cold water and egg yolk. Use a fork to mix until the dough starts to come together.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it into a ball. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
Roll the chilled dough out on a floured surface to about 3mm thick. Use a round cutter (about 8-10 cm in diameter) to cut out circles.
Place about a teaspoon of kaya in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape, and press the edges to seal. Crimp with a fork for a decorative edge if desired.
Place the puffs on the lined baking sheet. Beat the egg white in a small bowl and brush it over the tops of each puff to give a glossy finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and crisp.
Allow the puffs to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.9 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.0 g | 410% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 507 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 387 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 297.3 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 83.2 g | ||
| Protein | 83.1 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 312 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 900 mg | 19% | |
*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.
