Santomean Coconut Bread

Santomean Coconut Bread is a delicious and aromatic bread that is a staple in the cuisine of São Tomé and Príncipe. This sweet and moist bread is perfect for breakfast or as a snack with a cup of coffee or tea.

Vegetarian Bread Santomean Coconut Baking
Santomean Coconut Bread

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, shredded coconut, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, vegetable oil, and eggs.
  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.
  6. Bake for 50-60 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:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
12g
Protein
4g

Supplies

Loaf pan Mixing bowls Whisk Cooling rack

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Santomean Coconut Bread is best served warm with a spread of butter or jam.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can toast the shredded coconut before adding it to the batter.

Cost

$8