Honduran Coconut Bread

Total Time: 3 1⁄2 hours
Yield: 12 Servings
Source: www.curiouscuisiniere.com
Category: Bread

Ingredients
1⁄4 cup Warm Water
1 teaspoon Sugar (plus 1/4 cup)
2 1⁄4 teaspoons Yeast
3 1⁄4 cups Flour
2 teaspoons Salt
1 cup Coconut Milk
2 tablespoons Coconut Oil
1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter (melted)

Directions
  1. In a large mixing bowl of a stand mixer, dissolve the yeast in warm water and add 1 teaspoon of sugar. Stir and set aside for 5 minutes.
  2. Place the coconut milk, coconut oil, flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and salt into the mixing bowl. Attach the dough hook and mix at the lowest speed for 2 minutes, or until the dough clings to the hook and clears the sides of the bowl.
  3. Knead at this same speed for another 5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. It will be sticky to touch. Lightly grease a large bowl, place the dough in it and turn the dough over once to grease the top. Cover with a towel and keep warm until the dough doubles, about 1 to 2 hours.
  4. Place the dough on a floured surface and divide into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion between the palm of your hands and shape into rolls. Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan. Arrange rolls in prepared baking pan, cover with a towel and let them rise for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 375F. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown on top. Brush with melted butter. Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing.