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    Traditional Canadian Bannock Bread

    Published on March 9, 2022 - Updated on January 9, 2023 by Chef Rodney - 11 Comments - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This Traditional Canadian Bannock Bread recipe is super easy to make. If you enjoy making old recipes then this one is for you.
     
    traditional canadian bannock bread

    This Bannock Bread recipe is just like the Traditional Canadian bread they used to make and eat back in the 19th Century. If you want to know more about the origins of Bannock Bread check out this article on the history of bannock.

    bread dough
    Bread Dough ready for the Oven

    Just like most old recipes, this bannock bread is super easy to make. While you can easily make it by hand, I like to use my stand mixer to mix the dough ingredients. But if you want to make it like they used to back in the old day, you will need to use your hands!

    fresh out of the oven
    Bannock Bread fresh out of the Oven

    You can shape the dough into any shape before baking but if you are trying to make it just like they did back in the day you want to shape the bread dough like a big hockey puck or a thick frisbee. If you make it too thick it might take a little longer for it to cook.

    traditional canadian bannock bread

    Just like other quick bread recipes I have posted before like my traditional soda bread recipe, I love bread recipes like this one as there is no proofing or rising required as this recipe does not call for any yeast. This means that this bread recipe can be made in less than an hour.

    traditional canadian bannock bread

    This baked bannock bread can be served warm or at room temperature. It is typically served with any kind of jam or jelly but you can eat it however you want. My wife likes it warm with a little butter.

    traditional canadian bannock bread

    If you make homemade bread often you will notice that this bread dough is very sticky. Almost like something is not right with the dough mixture. Don't worry though, you can add a little All Purpose Flour to make it manageable but it will turn out.

    For more great recipes with All Purpose Flour, I suggest you check these recipes out:

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    • Weight Watchers Pumpkin Spice Cake
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    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Traditional Canadian Bannock Bread recipe (see recipe card for quantities): All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Milk and Vegetable Oil.

    🥣 How to make Traditional Canadian Bannock Bread

    Preheat the oven to 400°F.
    In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, milk and oil. Stir until dough comes together in a ball. The dough will be very sticky at this point. You can add a little more all purpose flour but do not overmix the dough.
    Shape the dough into a rough oval or circle. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
    Bake for 35-45 minutes or until it is a beautiful golden brown. A toothpick should come out clean.

    traditional canadian bannock bread

    Traditional Canadian Bannock Bread

    This Traditional Canadian Bannock Bread recipe is super easy to make. If you enjoy making old recipes then this one is for you.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 45 mins
    Total Time 55 mins
    Course Bread Recipes
    Cuisine Canadian
    Servings 10
    Calories 332 kcal

    Equipment

    • Baking Sheet
    • Bowl for Mixing

    Ingredients
     

    • 6 Cups All Purpose Flour
    • 6 tablespoon Baking Powder
    • 3 ½ Cups Milk, warmed
    • ¼ Cup Vegetable Oil
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
    • In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, milk and oil. Stir until dough comes together in a ball. The dough will be very sticky at this point. You can add a little more all purpose flour but do not overmix the dough.
    • Shape the dough into rough oval or circle. Place on a parchment lined baking sheet.
    • Bake for 35-45 minutes or until it is a beautiful golden brown. A toothpick should come out clean.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 332kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 10gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 920mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 138IUCalcium: 420mgIron: 4mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    Reader Interactions

    11 Comments

    1. Karen Eddings

      July 01, 2022 at 10:02 am

      Hi Rodney. I have not tired any of your recipe ,but I would to but am living with my daughter. who has me watching my weight so can’t alway do what I want to I love baking .All of your recipe look great .My be sometime I can try them Thank you

      Reply
    2. Linda Winkler

      July 27, 2022 at 10:14 am

      Traditional bannock is made with lard not oil. That’s what the aboriginals use and it gives a distinctive flavour. Your recipe is not traditional.

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      • Chef Rodney

        July 27, 2022 at 11:18 am

        Vegetable Oil is a perfectly acceptable substitute for lard and most home cooks do not keep lard on hand. Thanks for pointing that out though.

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      • Janice Catcheway

        September 22, 2022 at 3:30 pm

        You are correct and can still make this using lard

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        Janice Catcheway

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      • Grant Beacock

        November 11, 2022 at 9:47 am

        It is funny I was sitting here trying to remember how We used lard to make our bannock. I lived in Nelson house Manitoba Canada with the Cree people and made it with lard and sometimes with powdered white fish or just the roe from any fish we caught that day. Traveled with powder white fish and forge or huanted. Always basic flour, lard, baking powder for our food supply for a week.

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    3. Abby

      July 27, 2022 at 11:17 am

      This bread is super to make and my family loved it. Very easy to make and very tasty.

      Reply
    4. Angel

      August 22, 2022 at 10:15 am

      This is super easy and it just needed salt and yes it’s supposed to be lard but vegetable oil is totally fine. My family loved this

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      • Chef Rodney

        August 22, 2022 at 6:04 pm

        Good to hear you liked it! Thanks for letting me know!

        Reply
    5. Christine James

      October 03, 2022 at 7:19 pm

      I made this recipe with my students, and they loved it! They can easily make it on their own and be successful at home. Thank You, Chef Rodney!

      Reply
    6. Sacha W.

      December 15, 2022 at 7:49 am

      I just made this. It fries REALLY well. I baked half, and fried the other half in about 90 gram pieces. Fry in shallow oil at medium temperature for about 10 minutes a side. Will be golden brown and delicious.

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    7. Naomi Bosum

      January 06, 2023 at 11:13 am

      I am an aboriginal and we don’t use oil in our bannock but I’m sure it’s still good. Also, you’re missing 2 other ingredients. 🙂

      Reply

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