Welsh Cakes

Yum! Breakfast at the Spruce Home farm often came with Welsh Cakes, with lots of leftovers to send with a hungry traveler! These also freeze beautifully so make a huge batch and keep some on hand for easy breakfasts or snacks!

 Recipe substitution options: if using gluten free flour, Chris would increase the liquid a bit. She also successfully used rice milk and orange juice in place of the milk.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups flour

• 1/2 tsp baking soda

• 2 tsp nutmeg

• 1 cup currants

• 2 eggs

• 1-1/2 tsp baking powder

• 1-1/4 tsp salt

• 1 cup sugar

• 1 cup shortening

• 6 TBSP milk

Directions:

1. Mix dry ingredients together

2. Cut in the shortening

3. Add the liquids and stir to combine. Cover and chill at least 2 hrs.

4. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and cut out shapes (circles).

5. Cook in an un-greased frying pan on medium heat and flip when the tops get shiny.

6. Serve hot or cold with butter, maple syrup, jam, preserves or whatever tickles your fancy!