Welsh Cakes

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 30 Cuisine: Welsh

Welsh Cakes are traditional, tender griddle cakes packed with dried raisins and warm spices, perfect for teatime or sharing with friends and family.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1/2 cup margarine
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 large egg
  • 2/3 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
  2. Add shortening and margarine, then mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Stir in raisins.
  4. Beat the egg with milk in a separate bowl.
  5. Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and stir to form a dough.
  6. Roll the dough to 1/4-inch thickness on a floured surface.
  7. Cut into rounds using a glass or cutter.
  8. Cook the cakes on a 350°F (175°C) electric grill or in a thick skillet on the stove until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

1053 kcal 53% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.9g 20% DV
Total Fat 65.6g 84% DV
Carbs 115.1g 42% DV
Fiber 8.6g 31% DV
Sugar 35g 70% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12742.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 597.5mg 13% DV
Cholesterol 67.3mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 64mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 14.4mg 16% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1752.3mg 100% DV
Iron 7.7mg 43% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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