How To Make Delicious Coconut And Almond Bread
Bread is one of the staple foods consumed daily around the world. However, there are variations and original recipes to give them a unique and different flavor, like this coconut and almond bread that we propose today. Preparing it is very easy and its flavor is unmistakable.
Coconut and almond bread: properties of its ingredients
Before presenting our recipe, we want to give you some information about the main ingredients of this coconut and almond bread. Thus, in addition to enjoying it for its flavor and texture, you will have more reasons to eat it regularly.
Coconut properties
Coconut is a highly nutritious tropical fruit. Indeed, although it is quite caloric (the pulp contains about 342 calories per 100 grams), it has multiple benefits. However, we must point out that these benefits are mainly concentrated in its oil and in its water.
In any case, coconut stands out for its antioxidant properties and its ability to help regulate blood pressure. On the other hand, it is also rich in fibers, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, iron and vitamins such as E, C and B.
Properties of almonds
For its part, the almond is a dried fruit, equally rich in health benefits. Indeed, they are highly nutritious and their consumption can contribute to reducing the risk of heart attacks. As if that were not enough, they also help lower cholesterol and have a much healthier intestinal flora.
In addition, they strengthen bones and teeth thanks to their high phosphorus content.
On the other hand, they provide necessary nutrients (tocopherol) for brain and nervous system health. They are also a healthy source of energy, protein, minerals, and vitamins.
Coconut Almond Bread Recipe
Although at first you think that we propose you a sweet bread, it is not like that. You may have associated coconut and almond with desserts, but that is not the case. On the contrary, this coconut and almond bread that we propose today is salty. In fact, you will check the ingredients list that it does not include sugar or sweetener of any kind.
Ingredients
- 400 grams of bread flour
- 125 grams of ground almonds
- 15 grams of sliced almonds
- 100 grams of grated coconut
- 315 ml of lukewarm water (hot but not burning)
- 30 grams of fresh yeast
- 25 ml olive oil
- 7 grams of salt
Preparation
- First of all, we must dissolve the yeast in warm water. Caution: the water must not be too hot or the batter will not rise properly. Therefore, make sure that the water does not burn.
- In another bowl or container, mix the flour (preferably sifted) and the ground almonds and salt, that is, the powdered ingredients except for the coconut. We mix them all very well.
- Then, little by little we add the water with the yeast in the previous mixture and we knead very well. We have to make sure that all the ingredients are distributed correctly in the dough.
- Then, while we continue kneading, we add the olive oil little by little until it is absorbed by the dough.
- Later, we also add the grated coconut, making sure that it is evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Next, we will let the dough rest in a container covered with transparent paper and at room temperature for about fifteen minutes. You will observe how the mass rises.
- After this time, we can knead again and give the dough the shape of bread.
- Then, we grease a container or mold suitable for the oven and place our coconut and almond bread in it.
- Later, we add the laminated almonds on top, along the bread.
- Then, we put it in the oven and cook at 180º for about forty minutes. Attention, we will put it in the cold oven, that is, without preheating.
- Finally, we can enjoy a delicious, quick and easy coconut and almond bread.
To enjoy!
There is no doubt that it will fill your kitchen with an irresistible smell. In addition, this bread, due to its ingredients, has its own and characteristic flavor. For that reason, it is ideal to take it alone, or perhaps sliced with a jam of your choice. It is also a great idea along with good coffee.
