Description
A unique twist on traditional Welsh cakes, incorporating green olives and fresh herbs for a savory flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup green olives, pitted and chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (such as parsley and chives), finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- Extra flour for dusting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well mixed.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the chopped green olives and fresh herbs until evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. Pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 1 minute until smooth. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Use a round cookie cutter (about 2 inches in diameter) to cut out circles from the dough. Gather any scraps, re-roll, and cut out more circles.
- Heat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the cakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the heat and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter version, replace the olives with dried fruits like raisins or cranberries and add a teaspoon of cinnamon.
- Experiment with different herbs such as thyme or rosemary for a unique flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Griddle
- Cuisine: Welsh
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg