Coventry Godcakes

Coventry Godcakes are a traditional British pastry with a rich history and a tantalizingly sweet, spiced filling. Encased in buttery, golden-brown shortcrust pastry, these triangular treats are packed with a delightful mixture of currants, raisins, brown sugar, aromatic nutmeg, cinnamon, and a hint of bright lemon zest. Perfect for festive occasions or as an indulgent afternoon snack, Coventry Godcakes are finished with three iconic slits on top and a glossy egg wash for that irresistible bakery-style sheen. With just 30 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, these heritage-inspired pastries bring a taste of Old England straight to your table. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing dessert or tea-time delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons Cold water
• 100 grams Currants
• 100 grams Raisins
• 75 grams Dark brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 whole Zest of a lemon
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 whole Egg yolk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) or 180°C (350°F) fan-assisted. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt. Add in the unsalted butter, cut into small cubes, and rub it into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until a dough forms. Knead lightly, then wrap the dough in cling film and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, prepare the filling. In a bowl, mix together the currants, raisins, dark brown sugar, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and lemon zest until well combined.

Step 5

On a floured surface, roll out the pastry dough to about 3mm thick. Using a sharp knife or a pastry cutter, cut the dough into approximately 12 squares (around 10 cm per side).

Step 6

Place a spoonful of the fruit filling mixture in the center of each square. Fold the corners of the square over the filling to form a triangle, and press the edges together to seal.

Step 7

Place the triangles onto the prepared baking tray. Use a sharp knife to make three small decorative slits on the top of each pastry.

Step 8

In a small bowl, beat the egg yolk with the milk. Brush this mixture over the tops of the pastries to give them a golden glaze.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and crisp.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(774.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2961.7

Total Fat 137.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 519.3mg	0%
Sodium 137.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 425.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 203.4g
Protein 37.6g	0%

Vitamin D 31.2IU	0%
Calcium 367.2mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 2010.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.0%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 55.1%