Vegan Kaya Butter Toast
Savor the timeless Southeast Asian delight of Vegan Kaya Butter Toast, a plant-based twist on a beloved classic. This recipe features a lusciously creamy kaya spread made from rich coconut milk, silky coconut cream, and fragrant pandan leaves, subtly sweetened and brightened with a hint of turmeric for its signature golden hue. Spread over crispy slices of toasted vegan bread slathered with melt-in-your-mouth vegan butter, each bite is a perfect harmony of tropical flavor and buttery indulgence. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this dairy-free, egg-free treat is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a midday snack. Serve it warm, and let the irresistible combination of textures and flavors transport you to sunny shores.
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Ingredients
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 100 ml coconut cream
- 3 pandan leaves
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoon tumeric powder
- 4 tablespoons vegan butter
- 4 slices vegan bread
Directions
Step 1
In a mixing bowl, combine the coconut milk and coconut cream until smooth.
Step 2
Tie the pandan leaves into a knot and add them to a medium saucepan.
Step 3
Pour in the coconut mixture and add the granulated sugar.
Step 4
Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar fully dissolves and the mixture begins to steam but not boil.
Step 5
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to make a slurry.
Step 6
Lower the heat and add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan, stirring continuously until the kaya thickens to a custard-like consistency. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Step 7
Add the turmeric powder for color and stir until fully incorporated.
Step 8
Remove the pandan leaves and let the kaya cool at room temperature.
Step 9
Toast the vegan bread slices in a toaster or on a dry skillet until golden brown.
Step 10
Spread a generous amount of vegan butter over each slice of hot, crispy toast.
Step 11
Top the buttered toast with a thick layer of cooled kaya.
Step 12
Serve immediately and enjoy your vegan kaya butter toast.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (869.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1815.2 |
| Total Fat 63.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 44.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1000.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 307.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 234.0g | |
| Protein 10.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 77.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 497.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories