Costa Maya Coconut Bread

Transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked shores of Central America with Costa Maya Coconut Bread, a moist and tender loaf infused with the tropical flavors of rich coconut milk and shredded unsweetened coconut. This easy-to-make recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour and baking powder with the luxurious creaminess of melted butter and a hint of vanilla for a bakery-quality bread that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat. Baked to golden perfection in just under an hour, this coconut bread boasts a lightly sweetened crumb that pairs beautifully with a drizzle of optional honey for a touch of extra indulgence. Serve it warm with a smear of butter or enjoy it on its own—either way, this Caribbean-inspired loaf is sure to become a household favorite. Perfect for coconut lovers and anyone seeking a taste of the tropics!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 cups Coconut milk
• 1 cups Shredded unsweetened coconut
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Honey (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and 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, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the coconut milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded unsweetened coconut, distributing it evenly through the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

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

Step 8

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

Step 9

If desired, brush the top of the loaf with honey for added sweetness before serving.

Step 10

Slice and serve the Costa Maya Coconut Bread as-is or with a smear of butter. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1060.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3476.5

Total Fat 163.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 112.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 630.3mg	0%
Sodium 2304.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 457.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.8g	0%
Total Sugars 159.0g
Protein 57.0g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 168.0mg	0%
Iron 21.7mg	0%
Potassium 1036.2mg	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: 41.7%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 51.8%