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Tea Bread

Cultural Context

Tea bread, also known as Chinchinga in Ghana, has roots in the country's colonial past, where it was influenced by British baking traditions. This sweet, enriched bread is often enjoyed during tea time or special occasions, symbolizing hospitality and warmth. Its delightful aroma and soft texture make it a beloved treat, and variations can be found across West Africa, showcasing local ingredients and flavors.

GhanaianGHother
90 min
medium
10 servings
Servings4
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup icing sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup nut milk powder
1/2 cup butter
1 cup warm water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons yeast

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 adds a unique flavor and is a healthier fat option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness and moisture.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is dairy-free and lighter.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg replacer

Flaxseed meal provides a vegan option with similar binding properties.

1

In a bowl, add all-purpose flour and icing sugar.

2

Add salt and nut milk powder, then mix until well combined.

3

Add butter and mix everything together until well combined.

4

Create a well in the middle and add warm water, vanilla extract, and yeast.

5

Mix until a dough is formed.

6

Transfer the dough to a clean work surface and work on it until gluten is activated.

7

Place the dough in a bowl with oil, cover with cling film, and leave in a warm area for about an hour until it rises to double or triple in size.

8

Transfer the dough to a clean work surface and cut it into four pieces.

9

Mold each piece into a triangular shape and pinch the edges to seal them.

10

Sprinkle flour on the shaped dough or wait until after the rising period to add flour.

11

Cover the dough with a napkin and leave in a warm area to rise again for about 20 minutes.

12

Preheat the oven and then place the dough in the oven to bake for about 30 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlloaf panwhiskrolling pinoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegandairy-freeegg-free

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

ChinchingaSweet Bread

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