Salara (Guyanese Coconut Roll) Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast, such as Red Star
• 1 teaspoon granulated or brown sugar
• 1/4 cup warm water
• 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more as needed to prevent sticking
• 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 3/4 cup warm milk
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• Liquid red food coloring (I use McCormick brand)
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted