Creole Bread

Creole bread, as the name suggests, originated with the Creole ethnic group. The secret to the soft and delicious savoury bread is the coconut milk and oil which it is made with. Its preparation is a lengthy and laborious preparation of love which is proven to be worth it when you bite into that first warm slice of heaven.

 

Makes – 2

 

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 tsp. instant yeast

¼ tsp salt

¾ cup (75 g) margarine or shortening

^3/4 cup coconut milk

OR

25 g coconut milk powder

¾ cup water

about ½ tsp coconut oil (optional)

 

DIRECTIONS:

1.      Clean hands and fingernails thoroughly.

2.     Combine the flour, yeast, salt, margarine, and coconut milk powder. A little bit of coconut oil can be added for additional coconut flavour.

3.     Mixing with one hand, slowly add water or coconut milk to the dry ingredients until well combined and not too sticky.

4.     On a clean countertop, knead the dough for a few minutes until smooth.

5.     Cover and leave to raise for 45 minutes to an hour.

6.     Knead again then cover and leave to raise for another 45 minutes.

7.     Divide the dough into two and roll into 2 balls.

8.     Place in baking tray and leave to raise for 30 minutes. The longer the dough is left to raise, the softer and airier the bread will be.

9.     Bake at 425 degrees in a preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.

   

      Enjoy!