Gluten-Free Caribbean Red Papaya-Coconut-Pecan Bread
Papaya is a tropical fruit that is rich in vitamins A and C, as well as fiber. It adds a unique flavor and texture to this gluten-free bread.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Ingredients
- 2 cup Gluten-free flour blend
- 2 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Ripe red papaya, mashed
- 1 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup Chopped pecans
- 0.5 cup Coconut oil, melted
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine the mashed red papaya, shredded coconut, chopped pecans, melted coconut oil, honey, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 300kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.