Veggie-Packed Damper Bread with Quandong Jam
A traditional Australian damper bread enriched with fresh vegetables and served alongside a tangy homemade quandong jam for a sweet and savory contrast. This australian-inspired quick meals (vegetarian) ready in about 50 minutes pairs self-raising flour, salt, cold butter, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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 self-raising flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp cold butter, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 1/2 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup quandong fruit, pitted and chopped
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, combine 3 cups self-raising flour and 1 tsp salt. Rub in 4 tbsp diced cold butter with your fingertips until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
- Step 2: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 cup grated carrot, and 1/2 cup grated zucchini. Gradually add 1 cup milk, mixing gently to form a soft dough that is slightly sticky.
- Step 3: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape into a round loaf about 7 inches in diameter. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and hollow-sounding when tapped.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, prepare the quandong jam by placing 1 cup chopped quandong fruit, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1 tbsp lemon juice into a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the fruit breaks down and the mixture thickens.
- Step 5: Remove the damper from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving warm with the freshly made quandong jam spread on top.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Veggie-Packed Damper Bread with Quandong Jam 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 Veggie-Packed Damper Bread with Quandong Jam?
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 self-raising flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Veggie-Packed Damper Bread with Quandong Jam?
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 Veggie-Packed Damper Bread with Quandong Jam 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.
Is Veggie-Packed Damper Bread with Quandong Jam vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
