BAHAMAS - COCONUT BIMINI BREAD

Bahamas - Coconut Bimini Bread image

Provided by Baby Kato

Time 2h50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/4 tsp instant dry yeast
4 1/2 cups unbleached flour (plus extra , if the dough comes out too wet)
1 tsp salt
1/4 c nonfat dry milk powder
1/3 cup sugar
1 cup coconut milk (if you warm this slightly it will help the dough rise quicker)
3 tbsp honey
3 tbsp butter, softened
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs

Steps:

1. In the mixing bowl of bread machine add all ingredients in order given. Set on dough cycle (just mixing and rising). The dough cycle usually lasts about 1 1/2 hours.
2. Or... alternatively, add all ingredients to a large bowl and knead together until a smooth dough forms. Add extra flour if necessary. Cover and let rise in a warm place for about 1 1/2 hours.
3. When dough cycle is complete, or dough is approximately doubled in size, remove dough and place in oiled baking pans. You can use a Pullman pan or two bread pans.
4. Let dough rise in baking pans for 30 minutes.
5. Preheat oven to 350F.
6. Slash the top with a sharp knife and then bake for 35 minutes or until browned on top and cooked through.