Spiced Apple Damper
Infuse your kitchen with the comforting aroma of freshly baked *Spiced Apple Damper*, a rustic Australian bread with a delightfully modern twist. Perfectly combining the sweet warmth of grated apple, cinnamon, and nutmeg with a tender, buttery crumb, this quick bread is as easy to make as it is delicious. Requiring just 15 minutes of prep and no yeast, this damper is shaped by hand and baked to golden perfection in under an hour. Its lightly spiced flavors make it an ideal treat to serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite spread for an afternoon tea, cozy breakfast, or fall-inspired centerpiece. Perfect for home bakers of all skill levels, this simple recipe highlights seasonal comfort and nostalgic flavors in every slice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, cold
- 1 cup grated apple (about 1 medium apple)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons honey
- extra flour for dusting
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, rub the cold butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Gently fold the grated apple into the mixture, distributing it evenly.
In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the milk and honey. Gradually add this wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon or spatula until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead gently for about 30 seconds to bring the dough together. Shape the dough into a round loaf about 6 inches in diameter.
Place the shaped dough onto the prepared baking tray. Using a sharp knife, score a cross about 1/4 inch deep into the top of the damper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the damper is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly on a cooling rack before serving.
Serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite spread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2183 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.5 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.1 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 2108 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 392.6 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.4 g | ||
| Protein | 39.9 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 748 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
