Traditional Welsh Cakes Recipe

Enjoy these traditional Welsh cakes made with a buttery, lightly spiced dough and studded with currants. Cooked on a griddle or in a skillet, they are perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat. Serve them warm with a sprinkle of sugar and a cup of tea for a truly delightful experience.

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 cup currants
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup milk
• Sugar, for sprinkling (optional)

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
2. Add the cold cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Stir in the currants.
4. Make a well in the center of the mixture and add the beaten egg and milk. Stir until the dough comes together.
5. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it gently for a minute until smooth.
6. Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
7. Cut out rounds using a 2 1/2-inch cookie cutter.
8. Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat. Grease it lightly with butter.
9. Cook the Welsh cakes for about 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
10. Transfer the cooked Welsh cakes to a wire rack to cool slightly.
11. If desired, sprinkle with sugar while still warm.
12. Serve warm or at room temperature with a cup of tea.
13. Enjoy!

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