Granny's Welsh Cakes
Take a bite out of nostalgia with Granny's Welsh Cakes, a traditional treat straight from the heart of Welsh kitchens! These delightful griddle-cooked cakes are a harmonious blend of buttery richness, delicate cinnamon warmth, and the chewy sweetness of raisins or currants. With a crisp sugar-dusted exterior and a tender interior, they're perfect for savoring with a cup of tea or coffee. This easy recipe requires simple pantry staples, like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and an egg, to create soft dough circles that are gently cooked on a skillet until golden brown. Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, these handheld delicacies bring a comforting taste of home and heritage to your table. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or teatime, this recipe will quickly become a cherished family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 110 grams unsalted butter
- 75 grams granulated sugar
- 75 grams raisins or currants
- 1 unit large egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons extra granulated sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
Step 2
Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and rub it into the dry ingredients using your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
Step 3
Stir in the granulated sugar and raisins or currants, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Step 4
In a small bowl, beat the large egg and mix it with 2 tablespoons of milk. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the flour mixture, stirring with a wooden spoon or your hands, until it forms a soft dough. If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk, one teaspoon at a time.
Step 5
Lightly flour your work surface and roll the dough out to about 1 centimeter (0.4 inches) thick.
Step 6
Using a 6 cm (2.4-inch) round cookie cutter, cut out circles of dough and set them aside. Re-roll the scraps and cut out more cakes until the dough is used up.
Step 7
Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with a small amount of butter or oil, then wipe off any excess with a paper towel.
Step 8
Cook the Welsh cakes in batches by placing them on the griddle and cooking for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and slightly puffed. Adjust the heat if necessary to prevent burning.
Step 9
Remove the cooked Welsh cakes from the griddle and immediately sprinkle both sides with extra granulated sugar for a sweet crunch.
Step 10
Let the cakes cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature with a cup of tea or coffee.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (621.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2417.4 |
| Total Fat 102.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 57.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 432.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 699.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 355.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 147.0g | |
| Protein 36.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 54.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 173.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 974.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories