Seeded Damper Bread with Bush Tomato Butter
Traditional Australian damper bread enriched with mixed seeds and served alongside a flavorful bush tomato-infused butter for a rustic, hearty accompaniment. This australian-inspired quick meals ready in about 50 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 280 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 1/2 cup mixed seeds (sunflower, pumpkin, sesame)
- 4 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp bush tomato chutney
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for spread)
- 1 tsp honey
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 cup mixed seeds until evenly combined.
- Step 3: Rub 4 tbsp cold cubed unsalted butter into the flour mixture using your fingertips until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 4: Gradually pour 1 cup milk into the mixture, stirring gently with a wooden spoon until a soft dough forms.
- Step 5: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead lightly 5 times to bring it together, then shape into a round loaf.
- Step 6: Place the loaf on the prepared baking sheet and score a cross on top with a sharp knife.
- Step 7: Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
- Step 8: While bread bakes, mix 4 tbsp unsalted butter with 2 tbsp bush tomato chutney and 1 tsp honey until smooth.
- Step 9: Serve warm damper bread sliced with the bush tomato butter spread.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Seeded Damper Bread with Bush Tomato Butter take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Seeded Damper Bread 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 Seeded Damper Bread 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 Seeded Damper Bread with Bush Tomato Butter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Seeded Damper Bread 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.
