Local Favorite, Pepe’s, offered up this recipe for delicious, moist coconut bread in honor of a Local Favorite – Richard who passed away this last week.

His wife, Charlie created the recipe.

1/2 C. Butter, Softened
1 C. White Sugar
2 Eggs
2 TSP Coconut Extract
1 C. Shredded Coconut
1 C. Sour Cream
2 C. Flour (All-Purpose)
1 TSP Baking Soda
1 TSP Baking Powder

Cream together butter and sugar. Beat in eggs and extract, then sour cream. Add the coconut. Fold in flour, baking soda and powder. Turn into lightly greased loaf pan.
Bake 350 Degrees for about 45 minutes or until done.

Makes 1 Loaf (9-10 slices).