Scottish Currant Slab

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 9
A delicious Scottish Currant Slab recipe perfect for tea-time treats!
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Prep

30 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

750 g plain flour
1 pinch salt
225 g butter or 225 g margarine
250 g butter ( at room temp )
250 g caster sugar
1 egg ( beaten )
550 g currants
1 teaspoon ground mixed spice
4 teaspoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons custard powder , mixed with a little water to form a paste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
360
Sugar
26g
Fat
18g
If you're a fan of sweet and fruity desserts, then this Scottish Currant Slab is sure to be a hit. This dessert is made with a buttery and crumbly base that is loaded with currants and aromatic mixed spice. The top is glazed with a sweet and creamy custard powder paste that adds a lovely crunchy texture to the dessert. This is a dessert that is perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2.In a large bowl, sift together the flour and salt. Rub in the butter until crumbly.
3.Stir in the sugar, egg, currants, and mixed spice.
4.Press the mixture into a lined baking tray and bake for 25 minutes.
5.Mix together the granulated sugar with the custard powder paste and spread over the top of the slab.
6.Bake for a further 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
7.Allow to cool slightly before cutting into squares.
8.

PROS

This Scottish Currant Slab is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for tea-time treats, potlucks, and parties.
It’s a great way to showcase the flavors of currants and mixed spices.

CONS

This recipe does require a bit of time to prepare and bake, which may not be suitable for those who are short on time.
Additionally, it is high in calories, sugar, and fat, so it may not be the healthiest dessert option.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Currants are packed with antioxidants and vitamin C, which can help boost your immune system and protect your cells from damage. Additionally, the mixed spice blend typically contains anti-inflammatory ingredients such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves that may provide some health benefits.

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