Cheese and Herb Damper

Elevate your bread game with this Cheese and Herb Damper, a quick and easy Australian classic that's packed with savory flavors. Perfectly golden and irresistibly cheesy, this no-yeast bread combines the richness of sharp cheddar with the aromatic goodness of fresh parsley and thyme, creating a rustic loaf that’s ready in just 40 minutes. With its tender crumb, buttery undertones, and a crispy cheesy topping, this damper is ideal as a side for hearty soups or stews, or simply enjoyed warm with a pat of butter. Whether you’re entertaining or indulging in a cozy night at home, this simple-to-make bread is guaranteed to impress. Keywords: cheese and herb damper, easy bread recipe, no-yeast bread, cheesy herb bread, homemade damper recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups self-raising flour
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 50 grams unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 1 cup milk
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 0.25 cup extra cheddar cheese, shredded (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift the self-raising flour and salt together.

Step 3

Add the chilled, cubed butter to the flour mixture and use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped parsley, and thyme leaves.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, combine the milk and beaten egg. Reserve 1 tablespoon of this mixture for brushing the top of the damper later.

Step 6

Gradually pour the milk and egg mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon until the dough just comes together.

Step 7

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead for about 30 seconds, just enough to bring it together. Avoid overworking the dough.

Step 8

Shape the dough into a round loaf approximately 15 cm (6 inches) in diameter and place it onto the prepared baking tray.

Step 9

Score a shallow cross into the top of the dough with a sharp knife, then brush the top with the reserved milk and egg mixture.

Step 10

Sprinkle the extra cheddar cheese over the top of the damper.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the damper is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for 5–10 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(871.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2480.8

Total Fat 100.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 467.1mg	0%
Sodium 5249.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 304.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.8g
Protein 86.5g	0%

Vitamin D 178.4IU	0%
Calcium 1423.7mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 1077.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.6%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 49.4%