Devon Flats

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15

A Classic British Delight: Devon Flats

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

218

Sugar

16g

Fat

10g

Devon Flats are a traditional pastry from South West England, primarily Devon and Cornwall. They are simple and rustic-- perfect for serving with jam and clotted cream. The pastry has been around since the 18th century and has remained popular due to its convenience, affordability, and versatility. Devon Flats make fantastic snacks for parties, high teas, picnics, and even breakfast. This recipe makes about twelve pastries that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200 C.
2.	Sift the flour and sugar together into a bowl.
3.	Add the clotted cream, beaten egg and milk, and mix until a dough forms.
4.	Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently until smooth.
5.	Roll out the dough to a thickness of 1 cm.
6.	Cut into rounds using a pastry cutter and place them on a baking tray.
7.	Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

PROS

Devon Flats have a crispy exterior and a soft, rich, and buttery interior that melts in your mouth.
These pastries are easy and quick to make, perfect for a tea-time snack or a picnic party.
They are also budget-friendly, and the ingredients can be found in most households.

CONS

Devon Flats are not the healthiest pastry due to the high amount of sugar, fat, and carbohydrates.
They can also be a bit dry and crumbly, so they need to be eaten fresh out of the oven or slightly warmed up.
Additionally, clotted cream can be difficult to find in some regions and may need to be substituted with heavy cream or whipping cream.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Devon Flats are not the healthiest pastry, they contain clotted cream, which is a source of Vitamin D and Calcium– essential for healthy bones. These pastries can also provide a quick energy boost, making them ideal for people who need to refuel for physical activities or have busy schedules.

	1/2 lb self-raising flour
	1/4 lb caster sugar
	3 1/2 fluid ounces clotted or double cream
	1 egg , beaten
	1 tablespoon milk