Welsh Cookies

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Mar 29, 2008

My grandfather was Welsh and I can remember my grandmother making Welsh cookies when I was a small child. I was so thrilled to see this recipe on the site and decided to give it a whirl after talking to a coworker from the UK who said he had not had the cookies since he was a kid either. My 3 year-old daughter helped me make the cookies and we both had a blast! Instead of currants (I couldn't find any at my local grocery store) we used dates because I don't particularly care for raisins. They tasted wonderful and came out looking great! My coworker from the UK said that they were excellent - just like the ones his Welsh "Nam" used to make. My boss loved them so much I swear he ate half the batch. Will definitely make again! Thanks!

—JenPayne

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Sep 23, 2009

I inherited my grandmother's recipe and it is different than this, we use all butter, no shortening and raisins instead of currents, and lots of nutmeg (2 tblspns), also we don't sprinkle sugar on top. It is great with coffee or tea and isn't very sweet

—juliev

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20 Ratings

Aug 08, 2008

i love these, they remind me of scones. I mix spices(cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg) with the flour. Also i rolol the dough into balls and squash them on the pan. great recipe!

—carlin

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Dec 07, 2003

Taste like the cookies I buy at the Celtic festivals from the Welsh Cookie Company. Delicious!!!

—MISSYBPP

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Oct 21, 2009

These are so good........ I used all butter and raisins. I also added 1/2 tsp. each of cinnamon and nutmeg along with a tsp. of vanilla. I have to admit I burnt the first batch and then adjusted the temperature of my pan accordingly. I sprinkled them with sugar and froze half the batch. Yet another breakfast treat for my husband to enjoy with his coffe at work!

—Jillian

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Dec 21, 2010

This almost the exact replica of my husband's Welsh great-grandmother's recipe. I use 1/2 Crisco and 1/2 unsalted butter. This is the one Christmas cookie that I always have to make. Great with a cup of tea!

—Diane

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Jan 02, 2009

I made these for Christmas, followed the recipe exactly except for the second batch I made I added 1/4 cup more sugar, turned out great. Thank You...

—Bren0725

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Feb 18, 2010

"Cakes" not cookies.. The welsh regard cookies as an American sweet biscuit kinda like the normal chocolate chip cookie. You can like this recipe decorate it with sugar or spread a thin layer of butter to give it a little moisture. Ideally eaten with a nice cup of tea or as a chocolate bar alternative in a lunch box. The best way to cook the cakes are on an old cast iron pan where it has a used natural coating.

—SelfProphet

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Nutrition

Calories
341 kcal
17%

Carbohydrates
52.1 g
17%

Cholesterol
42 mg
14%

Fat
13.3 g
20%

Fiber
1.5 g
6%

Protein
4.7 g
9%

Sodium
224 mg
9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Welsh Cookies

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 341
Calories from Fat: 119

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.3g 20 %
Saturated Fat 5.6g 28 %
Cholesterol 42mg 14 %
Sodium 224mg 9 %
Potassium 136mg 4 %
Total Carbohydrates 52.1g 17 %
Dietary Fiber 1.5g 6 %
Protein 4.7g 9 %
Sugars 27.4g
Vitamin A 5 %
Vitamin C < 1 %
Calcium 12 %
Iron 20 %
Thiamin 27 %
Niacin 22 %
Vitamin B6 3 %
Magnesium 5 %
Folate 34 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.