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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 milk
1 packet yeast
1/4 cup butter
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon powder

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 milk, yeast, and butter to a KitchenAid mixer bowl and stir.

2

Measure flour correctly and add it to the mixture along with salt and cinnamon powder.

3

Knead the dough by hand for about 12 minutes or until relaxed.

4

Grease a bowl and place the dough inside; the dough should bounce back when pressed.

5

Cover the bowl and let it rise in a warm place for about 40 minutes until doubled in size.

6

Press down the dough to release air and divide it into four parts.

7

Shape each part into a log, pinching the ends to make them pointy.

8

Dust a baking sheet with flour and place the shaped loaves on it.

9

Cover with plastic wrap and a kitchen napkin, letting it rise for another 30 minutes.

10

Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C) and bake for 10 to 30 minutes until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

KitchenAid mixer bowlbaking sheet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Ghanaian Tea BreadSweet Bread

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