St. Kitts Sweet Coconut Bread

Indulge in the tropical flavors of St. Kitts with this delicious Sweet Coconut Bread recipe. Made with fresh coconut and warm spices, this bread is perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat with a cup of tea.

St. Kitts Sweet Coconut Bread

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup shredded fresh coconut
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Stir in the shredded coconut, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and milk.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. 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
220 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
3g
Fat
10g

Supplies

9x5 inch loaf pan Mixing bowls Whisk Spatula

Tools

Oven Wire rack

Serving suggestions

Serve the Sweet Coconut Bread warm with a spread of butter or a dollop of coconut cream for an extra indulgent treat.

Tips & tricks

For the freshest flavor, use freshly grated coconut instead of packaged shredded coconut.

Cost

$10