Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla paste
- 6 tablespoons butter (melted and cooled a bit)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper for easy removal after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined. Add the sugar and sweetened flaked coconut and stir to distribute them throughout the dry mix.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a liquid measuring cup, crack the eggs and add the milk. Stir well with a fork to combine the eggs and milk evenly.
- Mix Batter: Pour the egg and milk mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
- Add Butter: Melt the butter in the liquid measuring cup and let it cool slightly for about 1 minute. Pour the melted butter over the batter and gently fold it in until just incorporated.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the top is lightly browned and springs back without any give when pressed gently.
- Cool: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for several minutes. Then transfer the loaf to a cooling rack and let it cool completely for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Use either dairy or non-dairy milk according to your preference.
- Ensure the melted butter has cooled slightly before adding to prevent cooking the eggs prematurely.
- Don’t overmix the batter; a few lumps are okay to keep the bread tender.
- Storing the bread in an airtight container at room temperature keeps it fresh for 2-3 days; it can also be frozen for longer storage.
- Adding extra cinnamon or nuts can enhance the flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian