This delicious coconut loaf is light, fluffy and super easy to make. The recipe only requires four ingredients and makes a sizeable loaf that will feed a bunch of hungry mouths.

All that’s required is desiccated coconut, milk, sugar and self-raising flour to create a yummy loaf that can be adorned with your favourite icing. You could use cream cheese and balsamic strawberries or a classic butter icing sprinkled with zest to make this loaf your own. If you’re in the mood for something zingy, pour over a lemon glaze and top with pistachios for a final flourish. 

While it sounds simple, feedback on this recipe is that it’s absolutely delicious and works a treat every time. Store this loaf in an airtight container so you can enjoy it throughout the week. Enjoy!

Ingredients

• 1 cup desiccated coconut
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup caster sugar
• 1 cup self-raising flour
• Icing (optional)

Method

1. Preheat oven to 180°C.
2. Mix all the ingredients in a large until combined.
3. Pour the mixture into a lined loaf tin.
4. Bake in the oven for 40 minutes.
5. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
6. Remove from the tin and leave to cool completely.
7. Serve with your favourite icing.