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Mary Berry welsh cakes with butter, jam and whipped cream

Welsh Cakes Recipe (Mary Berry)

Caroline Sciberras
Welsh cakes are a traditional treat hailing from Wales. These delightful round cakes are often described as a cross between a scone and a pancake typically cooked on a griddle or skillet. Made with simple ingredients like flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and currants, these Welsh cakes by Mary Berry have a warm and buttery texture with a hint of sweetness. These timeless treats are perfect for any occasion and offer a glimpse into the rich culinary heritage of Wales.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Fruit Bread
Cuisine British
Servings 6
Calories 279.88 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Self-raising flour (1 1/2 cups/175g)
  • Baking powder 1 level teaspoon
  • Butter 3oz/85g
  • Caster sugar 1/4 cup/60g
  • Currants 1/4cup/50g
  • Mixed spice ground (1/2 level teaspoon)
  • Egg 1 medium
  • Milk 1 teaspoon

Instructions
 

  • Combine the flour and baking powder in a large bowl.
  • Use your fingertips to rub in the butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
  • Add the sugar, currants, and spice.
  • Beat the egg with the milk and add it to the mixture, stirring until a firm dough forms.
  • On a lightly floured work surface, Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a thickness of 5mm (1/4 inch).
  • Grease a frying pan with oil.
  • Cut out rounds of 6cm (3 inches) using a cutter.
  • Cook the Welsh cakes on low heat in the pan for about 1-2 minutes per side until they turn golden brown making sure the centres are fully cooked. (See tips)
  • Transfer the cooked Welsh cakes to a wire rack.
  • Sprinkle them with caster sugar for an extra touch of sweetness and allow them to cool.

Notes

  1. Sometimes the amount of time required to cook varies according to the thickness of the skillet or the heat and so you'll need to assess the colour yourself as the heat may vary. Be cautious not to cook them too quickly, as the centers need to be fully baked.
  2. Experiment with different types of dried fruit, such as currants, raisins, or even chopped apricots, to add variety to the cakes.
  3. Get creative with toppings and garnishes, such as a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
  4. Serve Welsh cakes warm, straight off the griddle or skillet.
Keyword currants, eggs, mary berry, milk, mixed spice, welsh, welsh cakes