JAMAICAN COCONUT CORNBREAD

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Cornmeal adds texture and flavor to this bread, as well as being as high in antioxidants as spinach. Using coconut milk makes this bread tender and luscious without adding oil. Vegans can substitute a couple tablespoons of coconut milk for the egg.

Provided by kelly in TO

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut
1 cup coarse cornmeal
1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 1/2 cups coconut milk
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees, oil a 9 by 9 square baking pan and set aside. Spread the coconut on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 3-5 minutes, then stir, bake for another 3-5 minutes if needed until coconut turns a golden brown. Transfer to a bowl to cool. Raise the temperature of the oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the coconut, cornmeal, pastry flour, baking powder, salt, and brown sugar. Break u pany clumps of brown sugar with your fingers. In a small bowl, whisk the coconut milk and egg. Stir the wet mixture into the dry mixture and transfer to the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top of the batter.Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the cener of the loaf comes out clean. Cool on a rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.8, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 26.4, Sodium 330.7, Carbohydrate 36.9, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 11, Protein 6.3

Hemal Tharinda
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This is the best cornbread recipe I've ever tried! It's so easy to make and the results are always perfect.


Linda Harris
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I love the texture of this cornbread. It's moist and fluffy, and the coconut adds a nice crunch.


Shihab Amrin
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I've made this cornbread several times now, and it's always a hit! It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory.


Hagar Brown
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This cornbread is a great way to use up leftover coconut milk. It's also a delicious and unique side dish.


Migcobo Sompondo
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I loved this cornbread! The coconut flavor is subtle and doesn't overpower the cornmeal.


Mazen Ghanem
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing! The cornbread is moist and fluffy, and the coconut flavor is perfect.


mortisdlace 462
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I made this cornbread for a party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


I'yannah Carranza
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This cornbread is delicious! I love the combination of coconut and cornmeal. It's a great side dish for any meal.


Kanchhi maya Tmg
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I've never had coconut cornbread before, but this recipe is a keeper! The coconut flavor is subtle but noticeable, and the cornbread is moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Hugo Rocha
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This coconut cornbread was a hit at my last potluck! It has a unique flavor that everyone loved. The recipe was easy to follow, and the result was moist and delicious.