They remind me of a cross between pancakes and scones- rather odd really, but very delicious :) They are very very easy to make- I've never even eaten one before and I managed OK (they have the sister seal of approval too!)
Like most recipes I find online it's a bit of a mish-mash of several recipes, but it seems to work well for me, so here you are!
You will need: (for approx 12 cakes)
75g salted butter
75g caster sugar
1/4 teaspoon of mixed spice
1 egg
milk (a little, if needed)
75g currents
1) Rub together the flour and butter (get your hands in a combine it with the tips of your fingers- I rather enjoy doing this!) You'll end up with a kind or breadcrumby texture.
2) Add the caster sugar, mixed spice and stir in.
3) Mix in the egg to form a thick paste/dough- you might need to add a little milk to get the right consistency. Add the currents and makes sure they are evenly distributed.
4) Roll it out (on a lightly floured surface) to approximately 1cm thick- actual thickness is probably less important than rolling it evenly- and cut out circles.
5) Fry in a little butter- approximately 3/4 minutes on each side- until golden brown and cooked through.
6) Leave to cool, and sprinkle with a little caster sugar.
7) Enjoy! I like mine covered in jam, my sister is a fan of honey- you could probably add lots of different toppings- anyway, they're yum!
Please let me know if you make this, or any of the recipes I post- I'd love to hear how you get on! :)
xGretalRabbitx
I need to make myself some Welsh Cakes sometimes soon.
ReplyDeleteMy friend makes the most amazing Welsh cakes ever! x
They're REALLy easy- give them a try! Can't guarantee they'll be as good as your friends though (is her recipe different?)
ReplyDeletexGretalRabbitx
oh they look nice they would go down well with a nice cuppa :)
ReplyDeleteNina don't encourage me to eat them all! There's only a few left as it is- oops!
ReplyDeletexGretalRabbitx