Indulge in the warm and comforting flavors of cinnamon and coconut with this easy to make loaf recipe. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat with your afternoon coffee, this loaf is moist, flavorful, and will leave your kitchen smelling amazing.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Stir in the shredded coconut.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk and coconut milk.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Interesting Facts
Coconut is a great source of healthy fats and adds a delicious tropical flavor to baked goods.
Cinnamon has been used for centuries for its warming and healing properties.
This loaf is perfect for breakfast or brunch, or as a dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.