Kaya Toast is a popular snack in Southeast Asia, made with sweet coconut jam and butter sandwiched between slices of toasted bread. Here’s a recipe you can try at home.
This sweet and buttery snack is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a midday snack. The creamy coconut jam pairs perfectly with the rich and fluffy egg coating, making for a delicious and unique treat. Enjoy your homemade Kaya Toast!
Ingredients:
- 4 slices of white bread
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 4 tablespoons kaya (coconut jam)
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions:
- Toast the bread slices in a toaster or under the broiler until they are golden brown.
- Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- Spread a generous layer of kaya on top of the buttered side of two of the slices of bread.
- Top the kaya with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side facing down.
- Cut each sandwich in half diagonally to make four triangles.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sweetened condensed milk.
- Melt the butter in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Dip each triangle of sandwich into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides evenly.
- Place the triangles in the pan and cook until the egg is set and the bread is golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve the Kaya Toast hot and enjoy!
