Caribbean Coconut Quick Bread

Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this Caribbean Coconut Quick Bread, a moist and flavorful loaf that's brimming with island-inspired ingredients. Infused with creamy coconut milk, sweetened shredded coconut, and a hint of zesty lime, this easy-to-make quick bread is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an indulgent afternoon snack. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe combines the convenience of a quick bread with the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean. Lightly sweetened and finished with an optional dusting of powdered sugar, it’s a deliciously versatile treat that pairs beautifully with your favorite tea or coffee. Create your own slice of paradise today!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup Full-fat coconut milk
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lime zest
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Stir in the sweetened shredded coconut, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the dry mixture.

Step 4

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and lime zest until smooth.

Step 5

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the bread dense.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

If desired, dust the cooled bread with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(903.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3058.6

Total Fat 145.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.6g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2453.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 416.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 204.2g
Protein 45.4g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 146.6mg	0%
Iron 21.6mg	0%
Potassium 1161.7mg	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: 41.5%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 52.7%