Coconut Swirl Rosca (Sweet Ring Bread)

A soft, enriched ring-shaped bread swirled with sweet coconut filling—golden, festive, and perfect for sharing.

Ready in 2 hours Rich in smoky flavor Traditional Nigerian recipe
Desiccated Coconut
PART OF THIS DISH

Ingredients

  • 2½ cups flour

  • ¼ cup desiccated coconut

  • ½ cup warm milk

  • 2 tbsp sugar + 1 tsp yeast

  • 2 tbsp butter + 1 egg

  • Optional filling: cinnamon, coconut sugar, more desiccated coconut
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Method

  1. Mix flour, coconut, yeast, sugar, milk, egg, and butter into dough.
  2. Let rise for 1 hour; roll out into a rectangle.
  3. Spread filling if desired, roll into a log and shape into a ring.
  4. Let rise 30 minutes, then brush with egg wash.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes.
Dish image Image for illustrative purposes only. Final presentation may vary.
Desiccated Coconut
CHEF'S TIP

Let the dough rise fully for a light texture, and brush with coconut milk or syrup after baking for shine and extra moisture.

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