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Ghana Butter Bread

Cultural Context

Ghana Butter Bread is a beloved staple in Ghana, often enjoyed as a snack or breakfast item. Its soft texture and rich buttery flavor make it a favorite among locals, often paired with jam or enjoyed plain. This bread reflects the influence of colonial baking traditions while being adapted to local tastes. Today, it is commonly found in bakeries across Ghana and has inspired variations in neighboring West African countries.

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60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
bread flour
sugar
salt
nutmeg powder
yeast
warm water
warm milk
1 egg
vanilla extract
butter
margarine

butter

🥗Healthier: margarine

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Margarine can lower saturated fat content, while vegetable oil is often more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar can be less expensive.

1

Mix bread flour, sugar, salt, and nutmeg powder in a bowl.

2

Add yeast to the dry ingredients and mix well, then set aside.

3

In another bowl, mix warm water, warm milk, 1 egg, and vanilla extract.

4

Combine the wet and dry ingredients using a mixer.

5

Add butter and margarine to the mixture and mix until combined.

6

Transfer the dough to a clean work surface and knead for a few minutes, adding about 1 cup of flour as needed.

7

Place the dough in a bowl and let it rest for about 10 minutes.

8

Prepare baking tins with margarine and flour.

9

Divide the dough into two equal parts and roll each out to fit the baking tins.

10

Pinch the seams and place the dough in the baking tins, allowing it to rise for 30 to 45 minutes.

11

Set a water bath in the oven to keep the bread moist while baking.

12

Bake the bread for 1 hour and 10 minutes, adjusting the heat as necessary.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking tinoven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Ghanaian Butter BreadGhana Bread

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