MACADAMIA NUT MINI LOAVES

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While these loaves may be small, they have a big rich flavor. The macadamia nuts make them a special treat with tropical flair. Plus, they're so pretty with the toasted coconut topping. -Kim Gilliland, Simi Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 5 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 jar (3-1/2 ounces) macadamia nuts, divided
1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
3/4 cup butter, softened
2 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup 2% milk
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

Finely chop enough of the macadamia nuts to measure 1/3 cup; set aside. Coarsely chop remaining nuts; toss with coconut and 1 tablespoon sugar. Set aside. , In a large bowl, cream butter and remaining sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla and reserved finely chopped nuts. , Spoon into five greased 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pans. Sprinkle with reserved coconut mixture. Bake at 325° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (cover loosely with foil if top browns too quickly). Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.