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Baked Bannock

Cultural Context

Bannock has its roots in Indigenous cultures across Canada, originally made with simple ingredients like flour and water. Traditionally, it was baked over an open fire or cooked in a pan. Today, it symbolizes resilience and adaptation, often enjoyed at gatherings and celebrations. Modern variations include sweet and savory additions, making it a versatile staple in many households.

Indigenous CanadianCAside
40 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
3 cups flour
2 tablespoons baking powder
0.5 teaspoons salt
0.5 teaspoons sugar
1/3 cup oil, lard, or shortening
3/4 cup milk
3/4 cup water

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: oat flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Honey adds natural sweetness.

1

Add 3 cups of flour into a bowl.

2

Add 2 tablespoons of baking powder, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, and 0.5 teaspoons of sugar to the flour and mix.

3

Add 1/3 cup of oil, lard, or shortening to the mixture and mix with hands until it resembles a coarse mixture.

4

Make a well in the mixture and add half of the 3/4 cup of milk and 3/4 cup of water, mixing as you go.

5

Add more water as needed, keeping some aside if not all is needed.

6

Sprinkle flour on the counter and transfer the mixture to knead.

7

Knead the dough gently, being careful not to over-knead.

8

Shape the dough into a medium thickness and punch it down.

9

Poke holes in the dough to prevent puffing up during baking.

10

Place the dough on a baking sheet and bake in the oven at 400°F for about 20 minutes until golden brown.

11

Let it cool down before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking sheet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Indigenous BreadCanadian Bannock

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