West Indian Coconut Bread Recipe

Indulge in the tropical delight of this West Indian Coconut Bread! This moist and flavorful bread, studded with shredded coconut and enhanced by the creamy richness of Coco Lopez, is the perfect holiday treat your guests will rave about. Easy to make and incredibly delicious, this recipe is guaranteed to be a festive favorite. Get ready for a taste of paradise!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 548.1 kcal
Protein 18g
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Ingredients for West Indian Coconut Bread

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How to Make West Indian Coconut Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 5x9 inch loaf pans.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 cup granulated sugar. Mix well.
  3. Add 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, 1 cup Coco Lopez cream of coconut, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
  4. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the bread cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy! This bread is delicious on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

226g

Fat

52g

Carbs

32g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make West Indian Coconut Bread?

West Indian Coconut Bread takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in West Indian Coconut Bread?

West Indian Coconut Bread has approximately 548.1 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 32 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for West Indian Coconut Bread?

The key ingredients for West Indian Coconut Bread are Shredded Coconut, Flour, Sugar, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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