Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon sugar
– 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) instant yeast
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 cup warm milk
– ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 large egg
– 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
– ½ cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 tablespoons milk (for icing)
– Chocolate chips (for eyes)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Baking sheet
– Parchment paper
– Whisk
– Rolling pin
– Pastry brush
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, I like to activate the yeast first. Warm the milk until it’s lukewarm and mix in the sugar and yeast. Let it sit for about five minutes, until bubbly and foamy. This step is crucial; you want to ensure your dough rises beautifully! In a separate bowl, combine flour and salt, and then add the melted butter and egg into the yeast mixture. Stir it all together until it forms a sticky dough. After that, I like to knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. (See the next page below to continue steps…)