Gluten-Free Welsh Cakes

Delightfully tender and irresistibly flavorful, these Gluten-Free Welsh Cakes are a nostalgic treat reimagined for gluten-free diets. Made with a blend of gluten-free flour, aromatic cinnamon, and sweet dried currants, these stovetop griddle cakes boast a delicate crumb and golden exterior. Perfect for tea time or as a cozy snack, they come together with minimal effort in just 30 minutes. A light dusting of sugar adds a subtle sweetness, while serving options like butter or jam allow for extra indulgence. Whether you're catering to gluten-free needs or simply exploring a classic recipe with a twist, these easy-to-make Welsh Cakes are sure to impress! Keywords: Gluten-Free Welsh Cakes, easy gluten-free recipes, Welsh griddle cakes, gluten-free tea snacks.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons Xanthan gum
• 1 teaspoons Baking powder
• 75 grams Caster sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 110 grams Unsalted butter, chilled and diced
• 75 grams Dried currants
• 1 Egg, large
• 2 tablespoons Whole milk
• 1 tablespoons Vegetable oil or butter (for greasing the pan)
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, caster sugar, and ground cinnamon.

Step 2

Add the diced, chilled butter to the bowl. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Stir in the dried currants evenly throughout the mixture.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, beat the egg and mix in the whole milk. Pour this wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface (use gluten-free flour for dusting) and gently knead until smooth. Be careful not to overwork the dough.

Step 6

Roll the dough out to about 1 cm (0.4 inches) thickness and use a round cookie cutter (about 6 cm or 2.5 inches in diameter) to cut out the Welsh cakes.

Step 7

Heat a non-stick frying pan or griddle over medium-low heat and lightly grease with vegetable oil or butter.

Step 8

Cook the Welsh cakes in batches. Place them onto the hot pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.

Step 9

Transfer the cooked Welsh cakes to a plate and keep warm under a clean kitchen towel while you cook the remaining batches.

Step 10

If desired, sprinkle granulated sugar over the warm cakes for a light, sweet coating.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy as they are, or with a spread of butter or jam for extra indulgence!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(637.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2528.4

Total Fat 112.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 429.8mg	0%
Sodium 574.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 383.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 150.7g
Protein 16.5g	0%

Vitamin D 107.7IU	0%
Calcium 202.7mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 713.1mg	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: 38.8%

Protein: 2.5%

Carbs: 58.7%