Description
Raspberry Coconut Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread that combines the tropical taste of coconut with the tartness of fresh raspberries. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a delightful snack with a cup of tea or coffee.
Ingredients
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 3/4 cup coconut milk (or almond milk)
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon coconut extract
– 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
– 1 cup fresh raspberries
– Optional glaze:
– 1/2 cup powdered sugar
– 1 tablespoon coconut milk
– 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, melted butter, and eggs. Mix until well combined.
4. Add the coconut milk, vanilla extract, and coconut extract to the butter-sugar-egg mixture. Stir until smooth.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Gently fold in the shredded coconut and fresh raspberries.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. (Optional) For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, coconut milk, and coconut extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread before slicing.
Notes
– For a dairy-free version, use coconut oil instead of butter and ensure the milk is plant-based.
– If fresh raspberries are unavailable, frozen raspberries can be used; do not thaw them before adding to the batter.
– Adding a glaze is optional; the bread is delicious on its own.
– Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 loaf)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg