Bannock
A simple yet satisfying bread recipe adaptable for campfire cooking or baking in the kitchen, perfect served warm with butter or jam.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 210kcal
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 15 grams baking powder Key ingredient for leavening
- 5 grams salt
- 30 grams sugar (optional) Can be omitted for a less sweet bread
Wet Ingredients
- 60 grams butter or oil For richness
- 180 millilitres water or milk Use milk for a richer dough
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar, mixing everything well.
- Cut in the butter or oil using a fork or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually stir in the water or milk, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Briefly knead the dough on a floured surface, then shape it into a round or square loaf, about 1 inch thick.
Cooking
- Cook your bannock over a campfire on a greased flat surface or in a pan over medium heat.
- Flip it once, cooking until golden brown on both sides, which should take about 10-15 minutes.
Notes
Experiment with flavours by adding herbs, cheese, or spices. If cooking indoors, bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days.