English Hop Picker’s Oast Cakes

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
English Hop Picker's Oast Cakes recipe for the perfect tea time snack
in Baked Goods

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 ounces flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 ounces lard or 2 ounces butter
2 ounces caster sugar
3 ounces currants
1 teaspoon lemon juice
sherry wine or beer
1 teaspoon mixed spice
oil , for frying

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
287
Sugar
12g
Fat
14g
English Hop Picker's Oast Cakes are a traditional English snack that dates back to the 19th century. They were originally made by hop pickers in Kent, England, who needed a portable snack to take with them to the hop fields. These cakes are slightly sweet and have a biscuit-like texture, making them the perfect snack to enjoy with a cup of tea. They are often served with jam or clotted cream and can be enjoyed any time of day.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
3.Cut in the lard or butter until the mixture looks like fine breadcrumbs.
4.Stir in the caster sugar, currants, mixed spice, and lemon juice.
5.Add enough sherry wine or beer to form a firm, smooth dough.
6.Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll it to a thickness of about ¾ inch.
7.Cut the dough into rounds using a biscuit cutter or the rim of a small glass.
8.Heat the oil in a frying pan, then fry the rounds until golden brown on both sides.
9.Transfer the rounds to a baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes, until cooked through.

PROS

English Hop Picker’s Oast Cakes are a delicious and slightly sweet biscuit-like snack that is perfect for tea time.

They are easy to make and can be stored for several days.

CONS

These cakes contain a fair amount of sugar and lard or butter, making them high in calories and fat.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not particularly healthy, these cakes can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The currants in this recipe are a good source of fiber and vitamin C, while the lemon juice provides a boost of vitamin C as well.

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