English Eccles Cakes

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1

Sweet and Flaky English Eccles Cakes Recipe

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

437

Sugar

29g

Fat

26g

English Eccles Cakes are filled pastries that are traditionally made with currants. This sweet and flaky pastry is named after the town of Eccles, which is located in Greater Manchester, England. The origin of Eccles Cakes can be traced back to the 18th century, and they have been a popular British pastry ever since. Eccles Cakes are typically enjoyed with tea or coffee and are a favorite snack or dessert.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 220°C. Line a baking tray.
2.	Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface until it's about 1/4 of an inch thick.
3.	Cut the pastry out into 4 inch circles.
4.	In a bowl, mix together the butter, brown sugar, currants, mixed spice, and nutmeg.
5.	Place about 2 tablespoon of mixture on each pastry circle.
6.	Brush the edges of the pastry with milk, then fold the pastry over the mixture to form a half moon shape.
7.	Press the edges to seal the pastry.
8.	Brush the top of the pastry with milk, then sprinkle with sugar.
9.	Bake for 12-15 minutes until the pastry is golden brown. Serve warm or cool.

PROS

These Eccles Cakes are crispy on the outside and sweet on the inside.

They make for a perfect tea-time snack or dessert.

CONS

These pastries are high in calories and fat, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these Eccles Cakes are not particularly healthy, they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The currants in this recipe are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

	1 package puff pastry
	2 ounces butter
	4 ounces brown sugar
	4 ounces currants
	1/2 teaspoon mixed spice
	1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
	milk ( for glazing top )
	sugar ( for glazing top )