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Tropical Bread

Cultural Context

Tropical Bread, or Pan Tropical, hails from Panama, reflecting the country's rich agricultural bounty. Traditionally enjoyed during celebrations, this bread showcases tropical fruits and nuts, symbolizing abundance and community. Today, it has found fans beyond Panama, inspiring variations in other tropical regions.

PanamanianPAdessert
60 min
medium
10 servings
Servings4
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup shredded coconut
1 cup crushed pineapple
1 medium banana
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/2 cup raisins

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with a unique flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil enhances tropical flavors and is dairy-free.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: chopped peanuts

Seeds are often more affordable and nut-free.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Grease a loaf pan with butter or oil.

3

Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.

4

In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

5

Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just mixed.

6

Fold in coconut, pineapple, banana, nuts, and raisins gently.

7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.

8

Bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

9

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

10

Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Pan TropicalPan de Frutas

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