Kumara (Sweet Potato) Dampers

Kumara dampers are easy and quick to make, and they are gluten-free.

They are a great snack or side dish that is perfect to share with family and friends.

They are high in carbohydrates and calories, so people who are on a low-carb or low-calorie diet should eat them in moderation.

Kumara dampers are a good source of carbohydrates, fiber and vitamin A.
They may help improve digestion and boost immunity, and are also low in fat.

	1 2/3 cups gluten-free self-raising flour
	1 teaspoon caster sugar
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	20 g butter
	1/2 cup kumara ( cooked , cold and mashed finely )
	1/2 cup buttermilk
	2 tablespoons water ( approximately )
	2 teaspoons milk ( approximately )
	2 teaspoons gluten-free self-raising flour ( extra )

1.	Preheat oven to 200C and line a baking tray with baking paper.
2.	Sift flour, sugar and salt into a bowl.
3.	Rub the butter into the flour mixture using your fingers until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
4.	Add the kumara and buttermilk and stir through until it forms a soft dough.
5.	Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead lightly.
6.	Pat it out to a thickness of 2.5cm and cut into rounds using a large cookie cutter.
7.	Gather any excess dough, re-knead and cut out more rounds.
8.	Place the rounds on the baking tray so that they are touching each other.
9.	Mix together the water and milk and brush over the tops of the dampers.
10.	Sprinkle the extra flour over the tops of the dampers.
11.	Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
12.	Serve warm with butter, jam or your favourite spread.