Welsh Cakes

Welcome back to another episode of Recipes from the Side of the Fridge! Join us in the kitchen as we revisit a cherished family recipe for Welsh Cakes, passed down from a dear friend's grandmother in Wales. Despite facing criticism for our adaptations over the years, we're excited to share this nostalgic treat with you. From hand-written recipe cards to modern modifications, come along on our journey of culinary heritage and personalization. Welcome back to another episode of Recipes from the Side of the Fridge! Join us in the kitchen as we revisit a cherished family recipe for Welsh Cakes, passed down from a dear friend's grandmother in Wales. Despite facing criticism for our adaptations over the years, we're excited to share this nostalgic treat with you. From hand-written recipe cards to modern modifications, come along on our journey of culinary heritage and personalization.

Welsh Cakes Recipe

2 cups flour

½ cup currants

2 ozs. margarine

2 02s shortening

1 or 2 eggs (depending on size)

¾ cup white sugar

¼ tsp, allspice

½ tsp. baking powder.

Milk if needed (I use water )

Rub fat + flour together until quite fine.

add sugar, currants, spice and baking powder. Add eggs and enough water to make & soft dough.

Roll out on a floured surface, thickness to suit.

Cut into rounds. Bake in electric fry pan approx 350ºf until brown, turn and brown other side.

Directions at youtube.com

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