Kaya Coconut Egg Custard Recipe

Indulge in the creamy, dreamy delight of Kaya Coconut Egg Custard, a traditional breakfast treat from Singapore and Malaysia! This recipe, adapted from "Cook Malaysian" by Lee Sook Ching, offers a simplified approach for home cooks, resulting in a rich, aromatic custard perfect for spreading on buttery toast. Learn how to make this unforgettable coconut egg custard, infused with the fragrant essence of pandan (easily substituted with extract). Prepare to impress your taste buds with this authentic Asian breakfast sensation!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 255 mins
Calories 213.1 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Kaya Coconut Egg Custard

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How to Make Kaya Coconut Egg Custard

  1. In a blender, combine eggs, sugar, coconut milk, pandan leaves (or extract), and salt.
  2. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth.
  3. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a heatproof bowl or saucepan to remove any bits of pandan leaves.
  4. Pour the strained mixture into a heatproof glass dish or ramekins.
  5. Place the dish in a larger baking pan.
  6. Pour enough boiling water into the larger pan to come halfway up the sides of the smaller dish (bain-marie).
  7. Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for approximately 3 hours, or until the custard is set and no longer jiggles in the center. Baking time may vary depending on your oven.
  8. Once baked, remove from the oven and let the custard cool completely in the water bath. This prevents cracking and ensures a smoother texture.
  9. Once cooled, cover the custard and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the custard to fully set.
  10. Once chilled, press the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into sterilized jars or containers. This will create an incredibly smooth and luxurious texture.
  11. Store in the refrigerator. Enjoy your homemade Kaya Coconut Egg Custard spread generously on toasted bread with butter!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

111g

Fat

39g

Carbs

9g