Macadamia Damper

Freshly baked golden macadamia damper with semi-dried tomatoes and basil on a rustic plate, surrounded by bowl of macadamia nuts, dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs.

Serves

8

Total time

50 minutes

Difficulty

Medium

Timing

Prep time 15 minutes

Cook time 35 minutes

Total time 50 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups self-raising flour
  • 1 tbsp ground pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup Nutworks raw macadamia halves
  • 100 g semi-dried tomatoes roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup basil leaves firmly packed, roughly chopped
  • 250ml buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp Nutworks Macadamia oil
  • Macadamia milk for brushing

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C fan forced.
  2. Sift the flour into a large bowl, add ground pepper, salt, macadamias, tomatoes, and basil leaves. Make a well in the centre.
  3. Combine the buttermilk and oil in a separate bowl. Pour mixture into the well and use a round-bladed knife in a cutting motion to mix until the mixture only just comes together, then use your hands to bring the mixture together further.
  4. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead for a couple of minutes or until smooth.
  5. Shape the dough into a disc and place onto a baking tray lined with non-stick baking paper.
  6. Dip a sharp knife into flour and mark 8 wedges on the top of the damper. Brush with milk and bake for 30 minutes or until the damper is golden, cooked through, and sounds hollow when tapped.
  7. Cool on a wire rack and enjoy.

Macadamia Damper

A Delicious Savoury Australian Classic

Nothing captures the spirit of Australian baking quite like a fresh loaf of warm damper. This savoury variation elevates the simple icon into a centrepiece with buttery native Australian macadamias, sweet semi-dried tomatoes, and aromatic fresh basil. Moist and tender thanks to a creamy buttermilk base, this damper comes together in under 50 minutes with minimal effort, no yeast or long proofing required. Serve it warm straight from the oven for a flavour-packed, rustic bite that feels both comforting and refined.

 

Why You'll Love This Macadamia Damper
  • Delicious savoury flavour combination with crunchy native macadamias, sweet semi-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil
  • Versatile side dish perfect served warm alongside soups, stews, or added to a party platter board
  • Ideal for outdoor or casual entertaining, great for weekend BBQs, firepit nights, or family gatherings

 

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