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Classic Pan-Fried Bannock Bread

Breakfast 🍳Side Dish 🥗Snack 🍿 Canadian 🇨🇦Scottish

Classic Pan-Fried Bannock Bread is tender inside with a lightly crisp, golden exterior and a buttery richness. Its simple dough lets the mild, comforting wheat flavor shine, perfect for pairing with sweet toppings like honey or jam or serving alongside hearty soups, chili, or breakfast eggs. Ideal for casual breakfasts, campfire meals, or cozy weeknight dinners.

  • Prep10 min
  • Cook30 min
  • Serves12
  • DifficultyEasy
Classic Pan-Fried Bannock Bread
  1. 1

    Gather all the ingredients.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

  3. 3

    Pour the water and melted butter over the flour mixture.

  4. 4

    Stir with a fork until a ball forms.

  5. 5

    Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently about 10 times.

  6. 6

    Pat the dough into a flat circle, 3/4- to 1-inch thick. Warm a greased frying pan over medium heat.

  7. 7

    Place the dough in the hot pan and cook until browned, about 15 minutes per side. Use two lifters to turn it easily.

  8. 8

    Slice, serve, and enjoy!

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