Ingredients:

• 2 cups self-raising flour
• 11 tbsp bush blend seasoning
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed and room temp
• 3/4 cup water (adjust as needed)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. Combine Dry Ingredients:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour and bush blend seasoning.

3. Rub in the Butter:

• Add the chilled bush blend butter to the flour mixture. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

4. Add the Water:

• Gradually pour in the water, mixing gently with a butter knife until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing to keep the damper light.

5. Shape the Dough:

• Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead lightly until smooth. Shape it into a round loaf and place it on the prepared baking tray.

6. Bake the Damper:

• Using a sharp knife, score a cross on the top of the dough.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes or until the damper is golden and sounds hollow when tapped on the base.

7. Serve Warm:

• Serve the damper warm with extra butter, jam or honey.

Tips:

• For a flavour twist, add a handful of grated cheese or fresh herbs to the dough before baking.
• This damper is best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in the oven the next day.