Whole30 Kaya Puff

Indulge in the rich and tropical flavors of this Whole30 Kaya Puff, a healthier twist on the traditional Southeast Asian pastry that’s completely grain-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free! Each puff combines a velvety homemade kaya filling—made with creamy coconut milk and naturally sweetened with pitted dates—with a tender, flaky pastry dough crafted from cassava and arrowroot flours. Perfect for Whole30 enthusiasts or anyone seeking a wholesome treat, these golden-brown pastries are as delicious as they are nourishing. Whether served warm or at room temperature, they’re a must-try snack or dessert that strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and clean eating.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 400 ml coconut milk
• 200 g pitted dates
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 250 g cassava flour
• 50 g arrowroot flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 100 g coconut oil
• 60 ml cold water

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the kaya filling. In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk and pitted dates. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the dates soften and dissolve.

Step 2

Once the dates are completely soft, blend the mixture using an immersion blender until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract. Set aside to cool.

Step 3

For the pastry dough, in a large bowl, mix cassava flour, arrowroot flour, baking powder, and salt together.

Step 4

Add the coconut oil to the flour mixture and use your fingers to rub the oil into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 5

Gradually add cold water to the dry ingredients, mixing gently until a dough begins to form. Knead lightly until the dough is smooth and elastic. Wrap in cling film and refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 7

Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.

Step 8

Use a round cutter to cut the dough into circles. Place a spoonful of the cooled kaya onto the center of each dough circle.

Step 9

Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges.

Step 10

Place the kaya puffs on the prepared baking tray. Brush lightly with additional coconut oil if desired.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown.

Step 12

Allow the kaya puffs to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1071.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2638.1

Total Fat 101.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1733.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 431.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.6g	0%
Total Sugars 170.8g
Protein 7.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 258.6mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 2444.0mg	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: 34.3%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 64.5%