Banana Coconut Tea Loaf

By Chef Rakesh Sethi

From Tea Time

Prep: 35 minutes

Cook: 25 minutes

Method: Easy

Course: Snack

Type: Maharashtrian

Key Ingredients:

Banana flavoured tea loaf enriched with coconut

Cooking Tips: 1. Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor. 2. Use shredded or desiccated coconut for a subtle coconut flavor. 3. Use a combination of all-purpose flour and a bit of whole wheat flour for a nuttier taste and added texture. 4. Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference, considering the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. 5. Baking powder and baking soda help the loaf rise. Make sure they are fresh for optimal results. 6. Add warmth with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom. 7. Chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans can add crunch and a nice contrast to the soft texture of the loaf. 8. Preheat your oven before starting to ensure even baking. 9. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flours, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices. 10. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix. 11. Fold in the toasted coconut and chopped nuts gently into the batter. 12. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 13. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. 14. Slice and enjoy the Banana Coconut Tea Loaf on its own or with a cup of tea..

Serving Suggestion : Slice and enjoy the Banana Coconut Tea Loaf on its own or with a cup of tea..

Ingredients

Over ripe medium sized bananas, peeled and mashed 4
Fresh coconut, scraped 1 cup + to sprinkle
Butter to grease
Refined flour 2 cups + to dust
Baking powder 1 tsp
Baking soda 1 tsp
Maple syrup 2 tbsps
Oil 2 tbsps

Methods

Preheat the oven to 180º C. Grease 2 rectangular aluminium loaf tins with some butter and dust some dry flour.
Take refined flour in a mixing bowl, add coconut, baking powder and baking soda and mix well with a spoon.
Add bananas, maple syrup and oil and mix with your hand to make a slightly stiff dough.
Put the dough equally in the prepared loaf tins and tap them lightly on the work top.
Keep the tins on a baking tray, place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Bring the tin out of the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before demoulding the loaves.
Slice and arrange on a serving platter and serve with cups of hot tea.