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Agege Bread

Cultural Context

Agege Bread hails from Lagos, Nigeria, and is a beloved street food known for its soft, fluffy texture. Traditionally enjoyed as a snack or breakfast item, it's often paired with various spreads or served with soups and stews. The bread's popularity has led to adaptations across Nigeria, with many home bakers and vendors putting their unique spin on the recipe, making it a staple in Nigerian households.

NigerianNGother
90 min
medium
10 servings
Servings4
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons yeast
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup butter
1 cup milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat option.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness.

1

Mix yeast with warm water and sugar; let sit until foamy, about 5-10 minutes.

2

Combine flour and salt in a large bowl.

3

Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the flour; mix until a dough forms.

4

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

5

Place the dough in a greased bowl; cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-2 hours.

6

Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf.

7

Place the shaped dough into a greased loaf pan; cover and let rise again until doubled, about 30-45 minutes.

8

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

9

Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

10

Remove from the oven and cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlloaf panmixing spoonkitchen towelwire rack

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Nigerian BreadAgege Loaf

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