Belizean Powder Bun Ingredients
This authentic Belizean powder bun recipe requires simple pantry staples that create the signature sweet, tender texture. You’ll need 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder (the key leavening agent that gives powder bun its name), 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 cup butter or margarine, 1 cup coconut milk or evaporated milk, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. The coconut milk provides the rich, tropical flavor that distinguishes Belizean powder bun from other Caribbean sweet breads. Some families add 1/2 cup grated fresh coconut or a handful of raisins for extra texture and sweetness. The spice blend of nutmeg and cinnamon is essential – these warm spices create the aromatic profile that makes powder bun so beloved in Belizean households.
