Welsh Cookies

Welsh Cookies, also known as Welsh Cakes or Bakestones, are a traditional Welsh treat. They are unique in that they are cooked on a griddle or frying pan rather than baked in an oven. This gives them a slightly crispy exterior and a soft, cake-like interior. It makes the most of seasonal ingredients and flavors. It is also awesome for gift giving and so delicious filled with currants.

Author: It is a Keeper

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 48 cookies

Calories: 132 kcal per serving

Ingredients

¾ lb - Butter
1 ½ cups - Sugar
¼ cup - Milk
2 - Eggs
4 cups - Flour
½ tsp - Salt
1 tsp - Nutmeg
1 tsp - Baking powder
½ tsp - Baking soda
1 cup - Dried currants or raisins

Instructions

In a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs and milk and mix until combined.
In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, nutmeg, baking powder and baking soda.
Slowly add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Stir in currants.
Wrap dough and chill for one hour.
On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Use a cookie cutter to cut out your favorite shape.
Spray a non-stick skillet with cooking spray and fry the cookies until they are golden on both sides.

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