Steamed Kaya Butter Bread
Indulge in the comforting sweetness of Steamed Kaya Butter Bread, a quick and wholesome treat perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. This recipe features soft white bread sandwiches filled with creamy kaya, a rich coconut jam, and enveloped in a luscious butter-and-milk mixture for irresistible moistness. Steamed to perfection, the bread transforms into a tender cloud infused with buttery sweetness, while the kaya brings tropical flavor. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients—like unsalted butter and sugar—this dish is the epitome of decadent simplicity. Serve it warm straight from the steamer for a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will delight both kids and adults alike. Perfect for fans of Southeast Asian desserts, it’s a must-try recipe that pairs beautifully with tea or coffee.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Sliced white bread
- 4 tablespoons Kaya (coconut jam)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
Instructions
Prepare the ingredients by taking out 4 slices of white bread and cutting each slice into four smaller squares.
In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat and add 2 tablespoons of milk. Stir in 1 teaspoon of sugar until dissolved. Remove the pan from heat once the sugar is fully incorporated.
Spread 1 tablespoon of kaya evenly on 8 of the small bread squares.
Top each kaya-covered piece with another piece of bread to make a small sandwich.
Arrange the bread sandwiches in a heatproof plate or a shallow dish that fits into your steamer.
Pour the melted butter and milk mixture evenly over the bread sandwiches, ensuring that each piece is soaked.
Cover the plate with aluminum foil to prevent water from dripping onto the bread.
Place the plate in a prepared steamer. Steam over boiling water for about 10-15 minutes until the bread is soft and moist.
Carefully remove the plate from the steamer using tongs or oven mitts. Let it cool slightly before serving.
Serve the steamed kaya butter bread warm and enjoy as a delightful snack or breakfast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
709 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.6 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.8 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 555 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.7 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.5 g | ||
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 241 mg | 5% | |
*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.
