Eccles Cakes
Indulge in the buttery, flaky delight of Eccles Cakes—a classic British pastry that’s as rich in tradition as it is in flavor. These golden discs are filled with a spiced currant mixture, sweetened with brown sugar, and infused with warm notes of mixed spice and freshly grated nutmeg. Encased in crisp, buttery puff pastry, they’re baked to golden perfection and finished with a glossy egg wash and a touch of sugar for added crunch. Ready in under 40 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe utilizes ready-made puff pastry for convenience while delivering a homemade taste. Perfect for teatime treats or a snack on the go, Eccles Cakes are a timeless addition to your baking repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 50 grams Butter
- 75 grams Brown Sugar
- 150 grams Currants
- 1 teaspoon Mixed Spice
- 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg (freshly grated)
- 320 grams Ready-made Puff Pastry
- 1 large Egg White
- 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Flour (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 220°C (200°C fan) or 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the brown sugar, currants, mixed spice, and nutmeg. Stir until the mixture is well combined and the sugar is fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the puff pastry to about 3mm thickness. Use a 10cm (4-inch) round cutter to cut out circles from the pastry, re-rolling any scraps as needed.
Place a heaped teaspoon of the cooled currant mixture into the center of each pastry circle. Gather the edges of the pastry up and pinch tightly to seal, enclosing the filling. Turn the sealed side down and gently flatten with the palm of your hand to form a disc shape.
Using a sharp knife, make three small slashes on the top of each cake to create a traditional pattern. Brush with egg white for a shiny glaze and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
Transfer the cakes to the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden and puffed.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3034 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.7 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.3 g | 356% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 1816 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 405.8 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 195.9 g | ||
| Protein | 33.1 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1643 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
