Creole Bread
Transport your taste buds to the Caribbean with this delightful Creole Bread, a soft and aromatic loaf infused with the tropical essence of coconut milk and a hint of nutmeg. This traditional recipe yields a tender crumb and a subtly sweet flavor, perfectly complemented by the option of adding freshly grated coconut for extra texture and depth. With a simple combination of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and granulated sugar, this homemade bread is easy to prepare yet packed with rich flavor. Whether served warm with butter, as a complement to savory stews, or enjoyed on its own, this fragrant loaf is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for bread enthusiasts, this recipe offers a true taste of island-inspired baking, with step-by-step instructions that guarantee a bakery-worthy result right from your kitchen. Keywords: Creole bread recipe, Caribbean bread, coconut milk bread, homemade bread loaf, tropical bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1.25 cups Unsweetened coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 0.25 cups Warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 0.5 cups Grated fresh coconut (optional)
- 1 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for greasing)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and ground nutmeg. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a separate medium bowl, mix the coconut milk, warm water, and melted butter until fully combined.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a shaggy dough forms. If using, fold in the grated fresh coconut during this step.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, add a small amount of flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, as needed.
Grease a large bowl with the vegetable oil, then place the kneaded dough inside. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Once risen, punch down the dough to release any air bubbles. Shape the dough into a log and place it into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Alternatively, you can shape it into smaller rolls if preferred.
Cover again with a kitchen towel and allow the dough to rise for another 30 minutes, or until it has risen slightly above the pan.
While the dough is undergoing its second rise, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2773 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.8 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.2 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 3634 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 415.7 g | 151% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.8 g | ||
| Protein | 57.0 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 659 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 26.5 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 1033 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
