Nana's Welsh Currant Cookies Frying Pan Cookies

Transport your taste buds to the cozy hearths of Wales with "Nana's Welsh Currant Cookies Frying Pan Cookies," a timeless family favorite steeped in tradition. These delightful treats merge rustic charm with convenience, featuring a buttery dough infused with warm cinnamon and studded with sweet, tangy currants. Unlike typical cookies, these are cooked on a stovetop griddle or frying pan, giving them a unique golden crust and tender interior. Perfect for tea time or a comforting snack, they’re quick to prepare, requiring no oven and just 15 minutes of cooking time. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these skillet-cooked cookies are a nostalgic nod to old-fashioned baking, ideal for those seeking a simple yet heartwarming dessert recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cup currants
• 1 whole large egg
• 2 tablespoons whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Step 2

Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, add the chilled, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Work it in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Stir in the granulated sugar and currants, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vanilla extract.

Step 5

Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Use a wooden spoon or your hands to combine until you form a soft, slightly sticky dough.

Step 6

Lightly flour a clean surface and turn the dough out. Roll it to about 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 7

Using a round cookie cutter (about 2–3 inches in diameter), cut out circles and set them aside on a parchment-lined baking tray.

Step 8

Heat a non-stick frying pan or griddle over medium-low heat. Do not add any oil or butter to the pan.

Step 9

Place 2–3 cookies (or as many as fit comfortably) onto the pan. Cook for about 2–3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Keep an eye to prevent burning.

Step 10

Once cooked, transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool slightly. Repeat with the remaining dough.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature. These cookies pair wonderfully with tea or coffee!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(842.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3396.9

Total Fat 153.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 577.2mg	0%
Sodium 1833.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 476.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 227.9g
Protein 43.9g	0%

Vitamin D 54.5IU	0%
Calcium 263.2mg	0%
Iron 17.3mg	0%
Potassium 1421.0mg	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: 39.8%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 55.1%