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Fat Rascal
Fat Rascal
Fat Rascal is a delicious treat that originates from Yorkshire, England. It’s a traditional baked good resembling a large scone or a teacake. The Fat Rascal is typically packed with currants and candied peel, giving it a wonderful fruity flavor. It’s a perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea or coffee, and it’s often enjoyed with a dollop of butter or clotted cream.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ cup cold unsalted butter cubed
- ¼ cup caster sugar
- 1 teaspoon mixed spice (optional)
- ½ cup currants or raisins
- 2 tablespoons candied peel chopped
- 1 medium egg beaten
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1 handful flaked almonds for topping (optional)
- Icing sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or 400°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and cold butter. Rub the mixture together with your fingertips until it resembles breadcrumbs.
- Stir in the caster sugar, mixed spice (if using), currants or raisins, and chopped candied peel.
- Add the beaten egg to the mixture and stir well. Gradually add the milk, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together.
- Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 2.5 cm (1 inch) and use a round cookie cutter to cut out Fat Rascal shapes. Place them onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between each one.
- If desired, press flaked almonds onto the tops of the Fat Rascals to add a decorative touch.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the Fat Rascals are golden brown and cooked through.
- Once baked, transfer the Fat Rascals to a wire rack to cool. If desired, dust with icing sugar before serving.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 477kcal (24%)Carbohydrates: 81g (27%)Protein: 9g (18%)Fat: 14g (22%)Saturated Fat: 8g (50%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 72mg (24%)Sodium: 143mg (6%)Potassium: 246mg (7%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 30g (33%)Vitamin A: 442IU (9%)Vitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 108mg (11%)Iron: 4mg (22%)
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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