The Great British Eccles Cake Recipe

Indulge in a taste of Britain with this exquisite Eccles cake recipe, crafted by Michelin-starred chef Marcus Wareing for the Great British Menu competition! These melt-in-your-mouth pastries are a truly iconic treat. While the homemade pastry requires some time and effort (resulting in unbelievably flaky, buttery deliciousness!), you can opt for store-bought puff or rough puff pastry for a quicker version. Perfect with a cup of Earl Grey tea, this recipe is a must-try for baking enthusiasts and anyone craving a taste of quintessential British charm. (Chilling times not included in preparation time.)

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 281.7 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for The Great British Eccles Cake

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How to Make The Great British Eccles Cake

  1. Make the pastry: In a large bowl, rub the cold butter into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar and salt.
  2. Add the cold water gradually, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
  3. Wrap the dough in cling film and chill for at least 30 minutes (or longer).
  4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pastry to about 3mm thickness. Using a 4-inch round cutter, cut out circles of pastry.
  5. Make the filling: In a bowl, combine the currants, candied peel, and mixed spice. Gently mix in the sugar and melted butter.
  6. Place a teaspoon of the filling in the center of each pastry circle.
  7. Fold the pastry over to form a half-moon shape, crimping the edges to seal.
  8. Place the cakes onto a baking tray lined with baking paper.
  9. Brush the cakes with milk and sprinkle with caster sugar.
  10. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (180°C fan/Gas Mark 6) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  11. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

97g

Fat

41g

Carbs

13g

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