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Ghana Tea Bread

Cultural Context

Originating from Ghana, Tea Bread is a beloved sweet loaf often enjoyed with tea or coffee. Traditionally made for special occasions, it embodies the warmth of Ghanaian hospitality. Today, this delightful bread has gained popularity beyond Ghana, with variations appearing in many West African communities and among diaspora.

GhanaianGHother
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup milk powder
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
10 grams instant yeast
water
1 tablespoon margarine

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil reduces saturated fat while adding a unique flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with a distinct taste.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and adds a nutty flavor.

1

Add 2 cups of all-purpose flour into a bowl.

2

Add 1/3 cup milk powder, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoon salt; mix until well incorporated.

3

Add 1 tablespoon sugar and 10 grams of instant yeast; mix until incorporated.

4

Gradually add water while mixing until the dough begins to form.

5

Add 1 tablespoon of margarine and mix until well combined.

6

Flour a working board and transfer the dough onto it; knead for 10 minutes until it bounces back when pressed.

7

Divide the dough into two equal sizes by eyeballing it.

8

Knead and fold the dough nicely, then roll and stretch it to make it long, ensuring the ends are smaller.

9

Sprinkle flour in the baking pan and transfer the rolled dough into it, adjusting the size to fit the pan.

10

Sprinkle some flour on top of the dough and cover it with a cloth; allow it to rise for 45 minutes.

11

Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).

12

After 45 minutes, bake the bread for 10 to 15 minutes or according to your oven settings.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

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Also Known As

Ghanaian Tea BreadSweet Bread

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