Lead Pipe

Lead Pipe (hard, stick-like coconut bread) (Photo by Cynthia Nelson)

Hi Everyone, There is something indescribable about the combination of freshly grated coconuts, flour, sugar, a little butter, ground cinnamon, grated nutmeg and a few drops of essence, all brought together by milk or water. Batter or dough, once baked, it satisfies not only the taste buds, but also a part of you where your heart always smiles, and feelings of comfort abound.

Whether it’s coconut buns, old fashioned coconut drops, sweet bread or lead pipes, the flavour notes are the same, however it is the shape, size and texture that differentiates one of these amazing baked coconut treats from the other. I grew up eating my mom’s coconut buns