DAMPER (AUSSIE CAMPFIRE BREAD)
This very traditional Australian bread was the staple food of the famous Australian swagman. Traditionally it is cooked in the coals of the campfire but this version is made in your oven. It's very quick to make and extremely versatile. Damper is a cross between a bread and a scone. It can be either sweet or savoury and the variations are endless - just use your imagination. Try a savoury damper as a side dish with soup. The swaggies often served a plain or sweet damper with butter and golden syrup (corn syrup). Served like this it's called 'cockie's joy' - a 'cockie' being a farm worker, and a 'boss cockie' being the person in charge. Damper does not keep well. It is best eaten the day it is made, but it can be frozen and reheated. Give it a try for something different!
Provided by Kookaburra
Categories Quick Breads
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Set oven to hot 200C (400F).
- Grease an 18cm (7 inch) sandwich cake tin or four single serve ramekin dishes.
- Sift flour and salt into a mixing bowl.
- Add any other optional ingredients (see below).
- Make a well in the centre of the flour and add most, but not all of the milk.
- Mix with a knife, adding more milk if necessary, until you have formed a fairly moist, but not sloppy, dough.
- Turn dough into a cake tin or spoon into ramekins.
- Smooth the top with the back of a spoon.
- If making a savoury damper, sprinkle the top with cheese and/or add a thin slice or slices of tomato.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes until golden brown on top and a skewer, inserted in the centre, comes out clean.
- Turn out and cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
- Serve warm with butter.
- Some Variations: Cheese Damper- add 1/2 cup grated cheese and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Cheese and Bacon Damper- add 1/2 cup grated cheese and 2-3 rashers of cooked, chopped bacon.
- Cheese and Herb Damper- add 1/2 cup grated cheese and 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil OR 1 teaspoon of dried herbs.
- Fruit Damper- add 1/2 cup mixed dried fruit and 1 tablespoon sugar.
- Orange Damper- add the finely grated rind of an orange and 1 tablespoon sugar.
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Kalsoom Jan
[email protected]This damper bread looks amazing! I'm going to make it for my next camping trip.
adjetey sowah
[email protected]I'm always looking for new recipes for damper bread. I can't wait to try this one.
Tsholofelo Senokwane
[email protected]I've never been camping, but I'm definitely going to try this damper bread recipe. It looks delicious!
Md Nasud
[email protected]This damper bread is a great way to use up leftover sourdough starter. It's also a great way to get a taste of Australia without having to travel there.
Brian Davis
[email protected]I love that this recipe can be made in a Dutch oven or a regular oven. It's so versatile.
Jishan
[email protected]This damper bread is perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or snack. It's also great for packing in lunches.
Lenette Cappo
[email protected]I made this damper bread for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
Rochelle McRyans
[email protected]This is the best damper bread recipe I've ever tried. It's so light and fluffy, and it has the perfect amount of sweetness.
MG MADMA
[email protected]I've never made damper bread before, but this recipe made it so easy. I'm definitely going to be making it again.
Hayat Bilal
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses self-rising flour. It makes it so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.
Xabyr Salam
[email protected]This damper bread is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. It's also a great way to get kids involved in cooking. My kids love helping me make this bread.
Sany 92
[email protected]I'm not a camper, but I love damper bread! I make it all the time at home. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I highly recommend this recipe.
Md Rashtu
[email protected]This is a fantastic recipe for damper bread! I made it for a camping trip and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make and it tastes delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Aadan Aamiin
[email protected]I've been making this damper bread for years and it's always a favorite. It's so versatile, you can eat it with butter, jam, honey, or even cheese. It's also great for sandwiches or as a side dish with soup or stew.
Moonlight LPS UwU
[email protected]This damper bread is a must-try for anyone who loves camping or campfire cooking. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit. I highly recommend it!
Cabdalla Sheekh
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this damper bread was to make. I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to follow the recipe easily and the bread turned out great. It was so good, I ate it all in one sitting!
Alor Dishari
[email protected]I'm a huge fan of damper bread, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The bread is light and fluffy, with a slightly crispy crust. It's perfect for eating around the campfire or for taking on a hike.
brashin7
[email protected]This is a great recipe for damper bread! I've made it a few times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
its barkot
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of camping, but I do love a good campfire bread. This damper recipe was easy to follow and the bread turned out perfectly. It was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I'll definitely be making this again on my next campi
Reggie Taylor
[email protected]This damper bread was the perfect addition to our camping trip! It was so easy to make and turned out absolutely delicious. We enjoyed it with butter and jam around the campfire, and it was the perfect way to end a long day of hiking and exploring.