Eccles Cakes Recipe

Name: Eccles Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup dried currants; 1/3 cup golden raisins; 1/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar; 1/4 cup chopped candied orange peel; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (half of 17.3-ounce package), thawed; 1 egg, beaten to blend (for glaze); 2 teaspoons sugar

Servings: persons

3/4 cup dried currants
1/3 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped candied orange peel
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 sheet frozen puff pastry (half of 17.3-ounce package), thawed
1 egg, beaten to blend (for glaze)
2 teaspoons sugar

1
Mix first 8 ingredients in medium bowl until well blended.
2
(Filling can be made 1 day ahead.
3
Cover and refrigerate.
4
Bring to room temperature before continuing.)
5
Preheat oven to 375F.
6
Roll out puff pastry on lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness.
7
Cut out four 6-inch-diameter rounds.
8
Place filling on half of each round, dividing equally.
9
Brush edges of rounds with beaten egg.
10
Fold pastry over filling, creating semicircle and enclosing filling completely.
11
Press edges firmly to seal.
12
Transfer to heavy large baking sheet.
13
Brush with beaten egg.
14
Sprinkle with sugar.
15
Bake pastries until deep golden brown, about 20 minutes.
16
Transfer baking sheet to rack and cool pastries 5 minutes.
17
Using metal spatula, carefully remove pastries from baking sheet.
18
Cool.

183

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup dried currants, 1/3 cup golden raisins, 1/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar, 1/4 cup chopped candied orange peel, and more.

Yes, Eccles Cakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Eccles Cakes

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