Now that the weather has been warming up, I am dreaming about beach vacations and pina coladas! This coconut custard filled challah topped with toasty coconut flakes reminds me of warm sunny days by the beach.
What you will need:
Challah dough {recipe here}
Filling
Coconut custard {recipe here is enough for 2 challahs}
Topping
Coconut flakes
1 egg
Directions:
Prepare challah dough according to directions.
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Divide dough into 4 equal parts and then roll each part into a log, long enough to fit a loaf pan.
Gently flatten each log so that it is about 2 inches wide. Spread with the coconut custard.
Place the challah in a greased loaf pan and let the challah rise 30 minutes.
Once the challah has risen, brush with an egg wash, and sprinkle with coconut flakes.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the challah is cooked through.
Slice open and look at those pockets of coconut yumminess!
Enjoy!
Bonus- if you happen to have leftover challah, this one is amazing as French toast!
