Yorkshire teacakes
Soft, lightly sweet currant buns that are split, toasted and spread with plenty of butter.
- Time2 hr
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.23 a head
- Oven200°C (180°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the flour, yeast, salt, sugar and spice in a large bowl. Rub in the butter, then pour in the warm milk and mix to a soft dough.
- 2
Knead for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic, then knead in the currants.
8 min - 3
Cover and leave for 1 hour until doubled in size.
60 min - 4
Divide into 8 pieces and shape into flat rounds about 12 cm across. Place on two lined baking trays, cover loosely and leave for 30 minutes.
30 min - 5
Heat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.
15 min - 6
To serve, split and toast, then butter generously.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
