Trinidad Sweet Bread
A delightful Caribbean treat combining sweet coconut, raisins, and spices for a rich, satisfying bread that's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups brown sugar plus 3 tablespoons
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ginger grated, optional
Wet Ingredients
- 3 cups finely grated coconut
- 1/2 cup seedless raisins
- 1/2 cup mixed fruit optional
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 3/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 pieces eggs beaten
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (162°C). Grease two 9x5 inch bread pans or one large and one small bread pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- Stir in the coconut, raisins, and mixed fruit (if using).
- In a measuring cup, add the milk, eggs, and melted butter. Whisk to combine.
- Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and mix just until combined; the dough should be slightly sticky.
- Divide the dough, form it into a loaf with your hands, and place it in the prepared pans.
Baking
- Bake until fully cooked and a toothpick or skewer comes out clean, about 1 hour.
- At the end of baking, mix 1 tablespoon of sugar with water and brush it over the bread. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
Serving
- Enjoy your Trinidad Sweet Bread warm. Slice it and enjoy it plain or spread a little butter on top. It pairs well with tea or coffee.
Notes
For best results, measure ingredients accurately. For a stronger flavor, add more spices, and use fresh, shredded coconut if possible. Don’t overmix the dough.