Coconut Raisin Bread Recipe
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Description
This coconut raisin bread recipe is a perfect combination of sweet and nutty flavors. It’s soft, moist, and packed with raisins and coconut flakes. This bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even as a dessert. It’s straightforward to make, and the ingredients are easily available.Prep Time
Preparation time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.Cook Time
Cooking time for this recipe is approximately 45-50 minutes.Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 cup coconut flakes
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Large mixing bowl
- Mixing spoon
- 9x5 inch loaf pan
- Parchment paper
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together flour, white sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, raisins, and coconut flakes.
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Make sure to mix the batter until just combined. Overmixing can result in a tough bread.
- If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using it.
Nutrition Info
- Calories: 283 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 43.8 g
- Protein: 4.4 g
- Fat: 10.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 6.7 g
- Cholesterol: 32 mg
- Sodium: 215 mg
- Potassium: 211 mg
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 25.1 g
- Vitamin A: 70 IU
- Calcium: 87 mg
- Iron: 1.4 mg
Recipes FAQ
Can I use unsweetened coconut flakes?
Yes, you can use unsweetened coconut flakes. However, the bread may not be as sweet as using sweetened coconut flakes.Can I use other dried fruits instead of raisins?
Yes, you can use other dried fruits such as cranberries, chopped dates, or chopped apricots.Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes, you can use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour. However, the bread may be denser and have a nuttier flavor.Recipe Tips
- You can add chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans to the batter for extra crunch and flavor.
- To make the bread more moist, you can add 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce to the batter.
- Make sure to cool the bread completely before slicing to prevent it from falling apart.
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