EASY AUSTRALIAN DAMPER
Damper is a traditional Australian bread. There are probably as many variations as there are people to cook it! This recipe comes from the Australian Women's Weekly cookbook "Muffins, Scones and Breads". This is a very useful recipe for those times when you want to make bread, but don't have time to use yeast. Damper has a hard crust and a fairly close texture. Its not a light bread (not the sort of bread you'd use to make dainty cucumber sandwiches, for example!), but it is tasty and is also good toasted. I have found various surces of information about Damper on the internet and learned that originally Damper would have been cooked in the ashes of a bush fire. The ashes were flattened and the Damper was placed there to cook for 10 minutes. Then the Damper was covered with ashes and coked for another 20-30 minutes. The Damper was cooked until it sounded hollow when tapped. This recipe was posted for Zaar World Tour 2005.
Provided by Mrs B
Categories Breads
Time 1h
Yield 1 round, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 375F / 190C /gas mark 4.
- Sift flour, salt and sugar into a large bowl, rub in the butter.
- Stir in milk and enough water to mix to a sticky dough.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, knead until just smooth.
- Place dough onto a greased baking tray and press into a 16cm round.
- Cut a cross in the dough, about 1cm deep; brush with a little extra milk then sprinkle with a little extra flour; bake for about 45 minutes; lift onto a wire rack to cool.
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ali solangi
[email protected]This damper is the perfect bread to serve with a bowl of chili. It's so hearty and filling and has a great flavor. I'll definitely be making it again.
King Gautam
[email protected]This damper is the perfect bread to make for a special occasion. It's so easy to make and the results are beautiful. I love the way it looks with the herbs and spices on top. I'll definitely be making it again.
Thokozile Manzini
[email protected]I'm a big fan of sourdough bread, so I was excited to try this sourdough damper recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are delicious. The sourdough flavor is perfect. I'll definitely be making it again.
Maia Riley
[email protected]This damper is the perfect bread to serve with a cup of tea. It's so light and fluffy and has a great flavor. I'll definitely be making it again.
Shawon Hasan
[email protected]I'm allergic to gluten, so I was so happy to find this gluten-free damper recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are delicious. I can finally enjoy damper again!
Yaqoob Afgihn
[email protected]This damper is a great way to use up leftover bread. It's so easy to make and the results are delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.
Tyler Thorp
[email protected]I made this damper for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make and the results are delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.
Belay Deress
[email protected]This damper is the perfect bread to serve with soup or stew. It's so hearty and filling and has a great crust. I'll definitely be making it again.
Fofo Kim
[email protected]I'm a huge fan of damper and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. I love the addition of the herbs and spices, which give it a really nice flavor.
Sandra Herron
[email protected]This damper is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. It's so easy to make and the results are delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.
Eftayek ahmed nayem
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The damper turned out amazing. It's so moist and flavorful and has the perfect crust. I'll definitely be making it again.
Insan Bno
[email protected]This damper is the best I've ever had! It's so light and fluffy and has the perfect amount of sweetness. I'll definitely be making it again and again.
Md Muhin
[email protected]I'm new to baking and this damper recipe was perfect for me. It's so easy to follow and the results are delicious. I can't wait to try more recipes from this website.
Fairy Khalid
[email protected]I made this damper for a camping trip and it was a hit! It's so hearty and filling and perfect for a campfire. I'll definitely be making it again.
mason Clark
[email protected]This damper recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and turns out perfectly every time. I've made it for my family and friends and they all love it. Thanks for sharing such a great recipe!