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🍞 Bannock Bread Recipe (Traditional Canadian Campfire Bread)

Easy bannock bread recipe — soft, fluffy, and ready in 20 minutes! A classic Indigenous Canadian bread perfect for camping or home cooking.

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🕒 Prep & Cook Time

• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Cook time: 15 minutes
• Total time: 25 minutes
• Serves: 4–6

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🧂 Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
• 2 tablespoons butter or oil
• ¾ cup warm water or milk

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Mix dry ingredients:
   In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

2. Add fat:
   Cut in the butter (or mix in oil) until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Add liquid:
   Gradually pour in water or milk and stir until a soft dough forms. Don’t overmix!

4. Shape and cook:

   • Pan method: Flatten dough to about 1-inch thick and cook in a lightly greased skillet over medium heat, 6–8 minutes per side, until golden.
   • Oven method: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until lightly browned.
   • Campfire method: Wrap dough around a clean stick and roast over hot coals until golden.

5. Serve:
   Enjoy warm with butter, jam, or honey.

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🍯 Serving Ideas

• Top with maple syrup or jam for breakfast.
• Serve alongside soups, stews, or chili.
• Try a sweet version with cinnamon and sugar for dessert!

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💡 Tips for Perfect Bannock Bread

• Use cold butter for a lighter, flakier texture.
• Don’t knead too much — it should stay soft.
• Add dried fruit or herbs for different flavors.

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