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Coconut Bake (Coconut Bread)

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Author: Imma Published:3/12/2013Updated:4/01/2021
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Coconut Bake (Coconut Bread) –  a Caribbean-inspired bread that has a gritty texture and primarily made with  freshly grated coconut, whole wheat flour, milk, and just a hint of sweetness. It’s easy to throw together and makes you satiated for hours!

Coconuts fall into the category of being  an either love me or hate me  food, I find them irresistible. Love them in savory dishes like coconut rice; adore them in any sweets especially coconut bakes!

Coconuts are easily incorporated in any type of sweet or savory dish and more important you can use the most of every part of a coconut except, of course, the outer layer.

What are coconut bakes? In the Caribbean, bake is the term use to describe any bread that is made with a leavening, or rising agent. So this could also be called coconut bread, in the United States. This tasty bread has a gritty texture from the grated coconut.

Ever since I ventured in the realm of coconut bakes, I have tried different variations –incorporating a healthy ingredient in to it and still trying not to take away from the overall taste or texture of the bread.

This bread is easy to throw together and is on the healthier side of coconut breads. It is made with freshly grated coconut, whole wheat flour, milk, 2 tablespoon sugar and only 3 tablespoons of butter and it   leaves you deeply satisfied. You could substitute freshly grated coconut with coconut flakes.

These are often serve them with tasty fillings such as fried cod fish to just plain butter. My favorite way of eating them is with jelly and strawberries- it makes for one heavenly combination.

 

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Coconut Bake (Coconut Bread)

Coconut Bake (Coconut Bread) -  a Caribbean-inspired bread that has a gritty texture and primarily made with  freshly grated coconut, whole wheat flour, milk, and just a hint of sweetness. It's easy to throw together and makes you satiated for hours!
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Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 25 mins
Total: 45 mins
Carribean
Servings 3 -4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup grated coconut
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¾ whole or low-fat milk
  • ½ teaspoon grated nutmeg

Instructions

  • Crack open the coconut as seen HERE. 
  • Cut the coconut into little pieces and place in food processor, pulse several times until fine in texture. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour and A.P flour.
  • Mix the butter with the tip of your fingers until coarse meal forms or you can use a food processor for this part and pulse.
  • Stir in grated coconut, sugar, baking powder, and nutmeg.
  • Finally pour in the milk and mix with your hands until dough clumps together
  • On a very lightly floured surface divide the dough into 3; roll out dough with a rolling pin into a circle about 1-2 inches thick.
  • Decorate the dough by pricking it with a fork. Let it rest for about 10
  • Place dough on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly brown. Remove and let it cool for 5 minutes.
  • Best serve warm

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 587kcal (29%)| Carbohydrates: 77g (26%)| Protein: 13g (26%)| Fat: 27g (42%)| Saturated Fat: 20g (125%)| Cholesterol: 33mg (11%)| Sodium: 623mg (27%)| Potassium: 663mg (19%)| Fiber: 8g (33%)| Sugar: 12g (13%)| Vitamin A: 465IU (9%)| Vitamin C: 0.3mg| Calcium: 225mg (23%)| Iron: 4.3mg (24%)
Author: Imma
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Carribean
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Nutrition Facts
Coconut Bake (Coconut Bread)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 587 Calories from Fat 243
% Daily Value*
Fat 27g42%
Saturated Fat 20g125%
Cholesterol 33mg11%
Sodium 623mg27%
Potassium 663mg19%
Carbohydrates 77g26%
Fiber 8g33%
Sugar 12g13%
Protein 13g26%
Vitamin A 465IU9%
Vitamin C 0.3mg0%
Calcium 225mg23%
Iron 4.3mg24%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

 

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  1. Juliet Anthony says

    Posted on 4/30 at 1:22PM

    Pls Imma I have only all purpose flour,can I use it to replace the wheat flour and also margarine to replace butter?

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 4/30 at 3:12PM

      Absolutely! You can switch up the butter and flour.

      Reply

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