Chin Chin (banana And Coconut Bread)

Chin Chin is a popular snack in Sierra Leone, made from ripe bananas and coconut. It's a delicious and easy-to-make bread that can be enjoyed at any time of the day.

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Chin Chin (banana And Coconut Bread)

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, shredded coconut, melted butter, sugar, and vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
3g
Fat
8g

Supplies

9x5 inch loaf pan Mixing bowls Whisk Spatula

Tools

Oven Wire rack

Serving suggestions

Chin Chin is best served warm with a cup of tea or coffee.

Tips & tricks

For added texture and flavor, you can sprinkle some extra shredded coconut on top of the bread before baking.

Cost

$8