Soft Jamaican Coco Bread | Perfect for Beef Patties

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can mimic the creaminess of coconut milk.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a similar flavor with healthier fats.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with additional flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

Mix 5 cups of flour in a mixing bowl.

Add 2 cups of heated coconut milk to the bowl.

Add 4 tablespoons of sugar and 2 tablespoons of yeast to the mixture.

Add 1 teaspoon of salt and mix the ingredients together.

Let the yeast activate for about 3 to 5 minutes.

Gradually add 1/2 cup of melted butter to the mixture and mix until combined.

Coat a bowl with butter and place the dough inside, covering it with saran wrap.

Let the dough rise for about 30 minutes until doubled in size.

Lightly flour a surface and place the risen dough on it.

Cut the dough into 12 even pieces.

Roll each piece into a flat circle and brush one side with butter.

Fold the circle in half and place on parchment paper to rise for another 5 to 10 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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