Low Fat Kaya Puff

Delight your taste buds with these Low Fat Kaya Puffs—a healthier twist on a beloved Southeast Asian treat! Featuring a light, flaky pastry made with low-fat yogurt and a touch of aromatic pandan juice, these delectable puffs are generously filled with smooth, sweet kaya (coconut jam). Perfectly golden after a quick bake, they pair beautifully with tea or coffee for an indulgent yet guilt-free snack. Quick to prepare and baked instead of deep-fried, these kaya puffs are an excellent choice for those seeking a lower-fat alternative without compromising on authentic flavors. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature for a taste of traditional Malaysian comfort food reimagined!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 50 grams Cold unsalted butter
• 100 grams Low-fat yogurt
• 150 grams Kaya (coconut jam)
• 2 Pandan leaves
• 50 milliliters Water
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1 beaten Egg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).

Step 2

Slice the pandan leaves into small pieces and blend them with 50 milliliters of water in a blender until a smooth mixture is obtained, then strain to extract juice. Set the juice aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, sift the all-purpose flour and add a pinch of salt.

Step 4

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and rub it into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5

Mix the low-fat yogurt into the butter-flour mixture using a spatula until combined. The dough should just come together.

Step 6

Roll the dough into a ball, cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 15 minutes for the gluten to relax.

Step 7

On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough to about 3mm thick and cut out circles with a 10cm round cutter. You should have about 8 circles.

Step 8

Place 1 tablespoon of Kaya coconut jam in the center of each dough circle.

Step 9

Brush a little water around the edges of the dough circle, fold it over to encase the filling, and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.

Step 10

Place the puffs on a lined baking tray. Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until the puffs are golden brown.

Step 12

Allow to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy your low-fat kaya puffs warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(604.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1693.0

Total Fat 66.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 311.8mg	0%
Sodium 362.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 68.1g
Protein 40.2g	0%

Vitamin D 128.6IU	0%
Calcium 298.7mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 690.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.0%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 55.5%