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Damper
Mix flour, raising agent and salt. Stir in milk (and melted butter if using) to a shaggy dough. Do not knead like a city loaf.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Damper take?
40 min all in — 10 min prep, 30 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 6 people. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Very easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Wheat. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Oven, Mixing bowl.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Milk → Water. Leaner, closer to the pack.
Any tips from this recipe?
A Dutch oven in the coals is the original. The kitchen oven is how you practice. Beer instead of milk is a pub damper.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.