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How to make Trini Coconut Bake ( Soft )- Detailed ( Vegan)- Episode 2017

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Trini Coconut Bake

Cultural Context

Trini Coconut Bake is a beloved staple in Trinidad and Tobago, often enjoyed as a snack or breakfast item. Traditionally made with fresh grated coconut, it reflects the island's abundant coconut harvest and showcases the influence of Caribbean flavors. This dish is often served with cheese, butter, or jam, and has found its way into various Caribbean cuisines, making it a cherished treat across the region.

TrinidadianTTside
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 cups all-purpose flour
sugar
salt
dry active yeast
butter or vegetable shortening
coconut milk with pulp
lukewarm milk

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds flavor and is dairy-free.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water reduces cost.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds flavor complexity, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

1

In a bowl, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and dry active yeast.

2

Mix the dry ingredients together.

3

Cut in butter or vegetable shortening until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.

4

Add half of the coconut milk mixture (with pulp and lukewarm milk) and mix until it forms a shaggy dough.

5

Knead the dough, adding more liquid as needed until it feels smooth and not too sticky, for about 8 to 10 minutes.

6

Form the dough into a ball and cover it to rest for 15 to 20 minutes to proof.

7

Punch down the dough to release gas and divide it into two pieces.

8

Shape each piece into an oval and place on a baking tray, making indents with a fork.

9

Cover and allow to proof again for 15 minutes.

10

Bake in the oven at 400°F for about 20 minutes.

11

Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

bowlovenbaking trayplastic wrapwire rack

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegan

Allergens

glutendairyegg

Also Known As

Coconut BakeCoconut Bread

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