Damper Bread Rolls with Bush Tomato Butter
Classic Australian damper bread shaped into rolls and served warm with a savory bush tomato and herb butter. This australian-inspired quick meals ready in about 33 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp, cubed cold unsalted butter
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp bush tomato chutney
- 4 tbsp, softened unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, and 1 tsp salt. Rub in 6 tbsp cold cubed unsalted butter with fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 2: Gradually add 1 cup milk, stirring gently with a wooden spoon until a soft dough forms. Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead lightly 5-6 times until smooth.
- Step 3: Divide dough into 8 equal portions and shape each into a round roll. Place rolls on a parchment-lined baking tray and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, mix 4 tbsp softened unsalted butter with 2 tbsp bush tomato chutney and 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley until well combined.
- Step 5: Serve warm damper rolls with a generous spread of the bush tomato butter for a traditional Australian accompaniment.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Damper Bread Rolls with Bush Tomato Butter take to make?
Total time is about 33 minutes (15 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Damper Bread Rolls with Bush Tomato Butter?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Damper Bread Rolls with Bush Tomato Butter?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Damper Bread Rolls with Bush Tomato Butter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Damper Bread Rolls with Bush Tomato Butter?
Australian quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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