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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Bannock has its roots in Indigenous cultures across Canada, originally made with simple ingredients like flour and water.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 all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup butter
1 cup milk
1 cup water
to taste herbs

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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

Eyeball the amounts of flour, yeast, and water to mix together.

2

Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes by the fire.

3

Grease your hands and roll the dough out.

4

Twist the dough around a stick to form a candy cane shape.

5

Optionally, fry the dough in oil instead of baking it.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking sheetparchment paperwire rack

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Indigenous BreadCanadian Bannock

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