Treacle Welsh Cakes
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
These treacle Welsh cakes are a cherished family favorite that I make whenever I want something warm and comforting without spending hours in the kitchen. With just 20 minutes of prep time, they're wonderfully quick to put together, making them perfect for a weeknight treat or unexpected guests. The treacle gives them a deep, rich molasses flavor while the currants add little bursts of sweetness throughout. What I love most is that brown sugar, one of the main ingredients, contains minerals like calcium and potassium that white sugar lacks. They're simple enough for anyone to master, genuinely affordable to make, and absolutely delicious fresh off the griddle.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 2 gbaking powder
- 1 gbaking soda
- 1 gsalt
- 150 gtreacle
- 100 gbrown sugar
- 120 mlmilk
- 2eggs
- 80 gunsalted butter
- 100 gcurrants
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 20cm (8-inch) round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a non-stick spray for easy cake removal.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Tip: Whisk to ensure even distribution.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the treacle, brown sugar, milk, eggs, and melted butter.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for a smooth batter.
- 4
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until combined. Fold in the currants.
- 5
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- 6
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Avoid overbaking for a moist cake.
- 7
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
- 8
Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Serve warm or at room temperature.
- 9
Cut into wedges and serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of sugar, if desired.
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