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Welsh Cakes

Small, lightly spiced griddle cakes studded with currants and dusted in sugar, a traditional Welsh teatime treat.

30 minutes
Serves 4
Snack

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and nutmeg until evenly combined.

  2. 2

    Rub the cold cubed butter into the dry ingredients with your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs, then stir in the currants.

  3. 3

    Add the beaten egg and milk and mix until a firm dough forms, adding a splash more milk only if it feels too dry to come together.

  4. 4

    Roll the dough out on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick and cut into rounds with a 2 1/2-inch cutter, rerolling the scraps.

  5. 5

    Heat a greased griddle or heavy skillet over medium-low heat and cook the cakes for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through to the center.

  6. 6

    Transfer the warm cakes to a plate, dust generously with granulated sugar, and serve warm or at room temperature with butter or jam.

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