Damper

Damper is an easy-to-prepare Australian bread, traditionally cooked in a campfire or camp oven. Similar to puftaloons, damper is great served with a generous spread of butter, or with golden syrup.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup self-raising flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 25g unsalted butter, cubed
• 175ml milk

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 190°C.
2. Sift the flour and salt into a large bowl. Rub in the butter with your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
3. Use a butter knife to stir in the milk to make a soft, non-sticky dough.
4. On a lightly floured work surface, shape the dough into a soft, smooth ball.
5. Set the ball of dough onto a baking tray and flatten it to a 17cm round. Cut a deep cross in the dough and brush lightly with milk.
6. Bake the damper for 30 minutes or until golden. Best served warm.

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