Bajan Sweet Bread (Barbados) Recipe

Name: Bajan Sweet Bread (Barbados)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup brown sugar; 1/3 cup shortening (or coconut oil); 1/3 cup butter; 2 cups flour; 1 pinch salt; 2 1/4 cups grated coconut; 1/4 cup raisins, chopped; 1/4 cup dried cherries, chopped; 1 tablespoon grated nutmeg; 1 tablespoon almond extract; 1 1/3 cups evaporated milk; 3 tablespoons water; 1 tablespoon butter (for pan); 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar

Servings: persons

3/4 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup shortening (or coconut oil)
1/3 cup butter
2 cups flour
1 pinch salt
2 1/4 cups grated coconut
1/4 cup raisins, chopped
1/4 cup dried cherries, chopped
1 tablespoon grated nutmeg
1 tablespoon almond extract
1 1/3 cups evaporated milk
3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon butter (for pan)
2 tablespoons turbinado sugar

1
Preheat the oven to 350*F and lightly grease a bread pan. The original recipe calls for 2 bread pans, but the bread doesn't rise at all so it bakes nicely in one pan.
2
In a mixer cream together the brown sugar, shortening and butter.
3
Add flour, salt, grated coconut, raisins, cherries, nutmeg and mix well.
4
Stir in almond extract, evaporated milk, and water, until a firm dough is formed. (You may need to add additional water.).
5
Split the dough evenly between the two pans, and use a knife to cut a diagonal criss-cross pattern on the top of each loaf. Sprinkle 1 tbsp turbinado sugar over the top of each loaf.
6
Bake for about 1 hour, until a skewer inserted into the center of the loaves comes out clean (Or a digital thermometer reads 190*F.) Cool completely in the pans before removing.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup brown sugar, 1/3 cup shortening (or coconut oil), 1/3 cup butter, 2 cups flour, and more.

Yes, Bajan Sweet Bread (Barbados) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bajan Sweet Bread (Barbados)

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Variations & substitutions

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