Mkate Wa Nazi (zanzibar Coconut Bread)

Mkate wa Nazi, also known as Zanzibar Coconut Bread, is a popular sweet bread in Tanzanian cuisine. It is a delicious and aromatic bread that is perfect for breakfast or as a snack with a cup of tea or coffee.

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Mkate Wa Nazi (zanzibar Coconut Bread)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, shredded coconut, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, coconut milk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven 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.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
220 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
3g
Fat
10g

Supplies

9x5 inch loaf pan Mixing bowls Whisk Spatula Wire rack

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Mkate wa Nazi is best served warm with a spread of butter or jam.

Tips & tricks

For an extra coconut flavor, sprinkle some shredded coconut on top of the bread before baking.

Cost

$8