Salt bread at a Japanese supermarket | |
| Type | Viennoiserie |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Japan |
| Main ingredients | dough, butter, salt |
Salt bread, called shio pan (塩パン, shiopan) is a Japanese buttery roll.
Salt bread originated in the Ehime prefecture in Japan around 2014 and was popularized by the Pain Maison bakery. The butter steams during the baking process, leaving a hollow interior and crispy base. It may come with a variety of sweet and savory fillings, including custard, cheese, and mochi.