English Coconut Tea Loaf

Indulge in the timeless charm of an English Coconut Tea Loaf, a moist, tender bake that's perfect for tea time or an afternoon treat. This easy-to-make loaf features the warm, nutty flavor of desiccated coconut combined with buttery richness and a hint of vanilla for a truly satisfying slice. Lightly sweetened and beautifully textured, this loaf is made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, eggs, and whole milk, making it an accessible yet impressive treat. The batter comes together in just 15 minutes, bakes to golden perfection in an hour, and is best enjoyed with a smear of butter or paired with your favorite cup of tea. Whether for a casual gathering or a cozy moment at home, this tea loaf delivers simple comfort and classic British baking at its best.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 150 grams Desiccated coconut
• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 100 grams Unsalted butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 200 milliliters Whole milk
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F) and grease or line a standard loaf tin with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the desiccated coconut, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 3

In a separate large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together using a hand mixer or whisk until pale and fluffy.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time into the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition.

Step 5

Stir in the vanilla extract and gradually fold in the dry ingredients alternately with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin and level the surface with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice and serve the coconut tea loaf with butter or on its own alongside a cup of tea.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	972.7 grams (972.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3491

Total Fat 201.80g	259%
Saturated Fat 143.10g	715%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 618mg	206%
Sodium 2373mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 391.80g	142%
Dietary Fiber 31.20g	111%
Total Sugars 172.50g
Protein 56.20g	112%

Vitamin D 173IU	864%
Calcium 405mg	31%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 1560mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.3%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 43.4%