Sweet Bread Barbados
Transport your taste buds to the Caribbean with Sweet Bread Barbados, a traditional tropical delight that's as rich in flavor as it is in history. This sweet, coconut-infused bread brings together warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, bursts of sweetness from raisins and optional chopped cherries, and the distinctive essence of almond for a uniquely aromatic twist. Fresh or desiccated grated coconut is the standout ingredient, lending a moist, chewy texture that makes every bite unforgettable. Perfectly golden and lightly spiced, this classic Barbadian dessert is easy to prepare with basic pantry staples. Bake it as a treat to enjoy with tea, or serve slices as a dessert to impress your guests with its exotic flavors. Whether you're recreating a taste of the islands or trying it for the first time, this recipe is bound to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons Baking powder
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Grated coconut (fresh or desiccated)
- 1 cup Raisins
- 0.5 cup Cherries (optional, chopped)
- 0.5 cup Butter (softened)
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Almond essence
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two loaf pans or a single large baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Add the granulated sugar, grated coconut, raisins, and chopped cherries (if using) to the dry ingredients. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and almond essence until well combined.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until a cohesive dough forms. Avoid over-mixing to prevent a dense texture.
Divide the dough evenly between the prepared loaf pans or spread it into your baking dish.
Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Once baked, remove the pans from the oven and let the sweet bread cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve as a dessert or with tea for a delightful treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5713 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 219.9 g | 282% | |
| Saturated Fat | 158.4 g | 792% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 659 mg | 220% | |
| Sodium | 3996 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 882.0 g | 321% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.6 g | 188% | |
| Total Sugars | 450.3 g | ||
| Protein | 87.7 g | 175% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.6 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 658 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 35.1 mg | 195% | |
| Potassium | 3572 mg | 76% | |
*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.
