Traditional Welsh Cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat, perfect for tea time or as a snack. These soft and buttery cakes are filled with currants and cooked on a griddle, giving them a unique texture and flavor.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
6min
Ingredients
16 Servings
- 225 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 85 grams caster sugar
- 50 grams currants
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 0.5 teaspoon mixed spice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 110 grams unsalted butter
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, mixed spice, and salt.
Step 2
Add the diced butter and rub it into the flour mixture until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
Step 3
Stir in the caster sugar and currants.
Step 4
Add the beaten egg and milk to the mixture and stir until it forms a soft dough.
Step 5
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
Step 6
Use a round cutter to cut out circles from the dough.
Step 7
Heat a griddle or heavy frying pan over medium heat and lightly grease it.
Step 8
Cook the cakes on the griddle for about 3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
Step 9
Remove from the griddle and cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or cold.