Coconut Bread

Dive into the tropical flavors of homemade Coconut Bread, a moist and tender loaf that's as easy to make as it is irresistible. This quick bread recipe combines the nutty sweetness of shredded coconut with the rich creaminess of coconut milk, perfectly balanced by a touch of vanilla and buttery goodness. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simple one-bowl mixing method, you can create a bakery-worthy loaf ideal for breakfast, dessert, or an anytime snack. Enjoy it warm with a spread of butter or jam, or savor it solo to let the rich coconut flavor shine. Perfect for coconut lovers and an excellent way to bring a taste of the tropics to your table, this Coconut Bread is bound to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup shredded coconut

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan and set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, beat the sugar and eggs until well combined.

Step 4

Mix in the coconut milk and vanilla extract with the egg mixture.

Step 5

Slowly add the melted butter to the egg and coconut milk mixture, stirring constantly until incorporated.

Step 6

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold the mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Fold in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed.

Step 8

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

Step 9

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

Step 10

Allow the coconut bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve the coconut bread as desired. It's delightful on its own or with a spread of butter or jam.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(944.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3066.6

Total Fat 160.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 110.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 630.3mg	0%
Sodium 2300.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 379.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.6g	0%
Total Sugars 174.2g
Protein 43.9g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 149.4mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 1079.7mg	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: 46.0%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 48.4%