Damper

Ingredients

• 3 cups self-rising flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp cold butter, cubed
• 1 1/4 cups milk, plus extra for brushing

Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 425°F and dust a baking sheet with flour.
2. 2Whisk the flour and salt together, then rub in the cold butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
3. 3Make a well in the center and pour in the milk, stirring with a knife until a soft dough forms.
4. 4Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape gently into a round loaf, being careful not to overwork it.
5. 5Place on the baking sheet, cut a deep cross into the top, and brush with a little milk.
6. 6Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
7. 7Serve warm with butter and golden syrup.

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