Coconut Bake (Trinidad)

Ingredients

• 250g All-purpose flour
• 1 TL Baking powder
• 1/2 TL Salt
• 50g Granulated sugar
• 150g Freshly grated coconut
• 50g Unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 120ml Milk
• 1 TL Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
3. Add the grated coconut and cold butter. Using your fingertips, work the butter into the flour mixture until crumbly.
4. Add the milk and vanilla extract and knead into a soft dough. Do not overmix.
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll or shape the dough into a round disc (about 2 cm thick).
6. Place the dough on the prepared baking sheet and prick a few holes with a fork.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack.

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