You can substitute some of the all-purpose flour for cornmeal or other whole grain (wheat, multigrain, oat, etc. ) if you would like a different flavor.
You can also sprinkle cinnamon and sugar over the finished bread for a great breakfast or brunch treat. [5] X Research source
If you plan to make bannock while camping, stop here and place the mixture in a plastic ziploc bag to take with you. When you are ready to make your bannock bread, all you will need to do is add water. [7] X Research source
If you’ve used all-purpose flour, you may need to add a little less water to your dough to get a good consistency. If you’ve taken a ziploc bag of bannock mix with you camping, simply pour the water directly into the plastic bag. Reseal the bag and mix the dough together by pressing and squeezing the outside of the plastic. [9] X Research source
Don’t over knead the dough. It will be a little sticky, but that’s ok. You don’t need to add more flour since this is not a yeast dough. [11] X Research source
You can also spread butter all over the top with a basting brush before putting into the oven to give it an extra shine.
The faster you go from mixing the water in the dough to putting it on the skillet, the lighter your bannock will be.
The oil in the pan should be hot, but not scalding. If there is smoke coming from the pan, it’s too hot.
Be sure your skillet is in a stable position above the fire so it doesn’t fall when you put the coals on top.
You may want to make a thicker dough for roasting over the fire so the bannock strips are less likely to fall off the sticks. Simply add a little less water to the dough. You can roast bannock over coals, too.
Store bannock in a cool, dry place wrapped in plastic or aluminum foil, or in an airtight container. Stored properly, it can last up to 2 weeks.
