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Australian Damper Recipe
A fresh batch of Australian Damper always feels like a treat. The inside stays soft and the crust turns crisp, making it an easy loaf to serve with soup or simple spreads.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 persons
Ingredients
- 450 g – 3 cups self-raising flour
- 80 g – 5 ½ tbsp butter – chilled and cubed
- 185 ml – ¾ cup water
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
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Put the flour, salt, and butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a dough hook. Mix until the mixture looks like breadcrumbs. Add the water and continue mixing, adding 1 or 2 tablespoons extra water if needed, until the dough becomes smooth.
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Shape the dough into an 18 cm – 7 in disc and place it on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Mark 8 wedges on the top with a sharp knife dipped in flour, and dust the damper with a little extra flour.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C – 390°F for 30–40 minutes or until cooked through and sounding hollow when tapped on the base. Transfer to a wire rack for 5 minutes to cool.
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Serve warm or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container for a few days.