High Protein Steamed Kaya Butter Bread
Elevate your breakfast game with this High Protein Steamed Kaya Butter Bread recipe, a nutritious spin on a classic treat. Featuring whey protein powder and other pantry staples, this recipe packs an extra protein punch while retaining the soft, fluffy texture you love in steamed bread. The delightful pairing of rich, creamy kaya (coconut jam) and a generous slather of softened butter makes each bite irresistibly indulgent yet balanced. Perfect for serving warm, this bread is ideal for busy mornings or a comforting mid-day snack. With simple preparation steps and a short cooking time, this protein-packed recipe ensures you’ll have wholesome, flavorful bread ready to enjoy without the fuss of baking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Whey protein powder (unflavored or vanilla)
- 1 teaspoon Instant yeast
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 100 milliliters Warm milk
- 1 large Egg
- 20 grams Unsalted butter (softened, for bread dough)
- 100 grams Kaya (coconut jam)
- 20 grams Unsalted butter (for spreading)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, whey protein powder, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk and egg. Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
Add the softened butter to the dough and knead by hand or in a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook. Knead for about 8–10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rest in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
After the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape each into a ball.
Line a bamboo or metal steaming basket with parchment paper or grease it lightly with nonstick spray. Arrange the dough balls inside the basket, leaving a bit of space between them.
Cover the basket with a lid and let the dough rise again for 20–30 minutes until puffy.
Prepare a steaming setup by bringing a pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, place the steaming basket on top of the pot, making sure the water does not touch the dough. Steam the bread over medium heat for 15 minutes.
Carefully remove the steamed bread from the basket and allow it to cool slightly.
Using a small knife, slice the steamed bread horizontally to create pockets. Spread a layer of kaya and softened unsalted butter inside each bread pocket. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1598 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.1 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.7 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 332 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 1449 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 199.8 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.3 g | ||
| Protein | 72.1 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 378 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 780 mg | 17% | |
*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.
