Kumara Sweet Potato Dampers

Delight in the rustic charm of Kumara Sweet Potato Dampers, a golden, fluffy bread with a subtle sweetness from mashed sweet potato and a rich, buttery finish. Perfect as a side dish or enjoyed on their own, these dampers blend mashed kumara, herbs, and a tender, biscuit-like texture for a comforting, homemade treat. Crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cold butter, and requiring just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe is a breeze to whip up. Serve them warm, straight from the oven, with a pat of butter or alongside your favorite hearty soup for a cozy, satisfying meal. Whether you're exploring traditional Australian campfire cuisine or simply looking for a creative bread alternative, these soft and savory dampers will quickly become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 250 grams kumara (sweet potato), mashed
• 300 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 50 grams butter, cold and diced
• 120 milliliters milk
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or chives, chopped (optional)
• 2 tablespoons extra flour (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel and dice the kumara (if not already cooked), then boil or steam it until tender. Drain and mash until smooth. Allow it to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 4

Add the cold, diced butter to the flour mixture. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5

Stir in the mashed kumara and chopped herbs (if using). Mix gently to combine.

Step 6

Gradually pour in the milk, stirring with a wooden spoon or your hands, until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.

Step 7

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, dusting your hands and the top of your dough with a little extra flour to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Gently press or roll the dough out to about 3 cm thick. Using a round cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out dampers and place them onto the lined baking tray. Gather any scraps, reshape, and cut until all the dough is used.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dampers are golden brown on top and cooked through.

Step 10

Allow the dampers to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with butter, or pair with a hearty soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(757.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1814.4

Total Fat 47.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 121.9mg	0%
Sodium 2226.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 303.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 23.1g
Protein 42.4g	0%

Vitamin D 86.6IU	0%
Calcium 293.4mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 1749.9mg	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: 23.5%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 67.1%