Slapan

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 - 10 minutes
Yields: approximately 16 bakestones
== Description ==
In Welsh, slapan stands for the pan where this griddle cake is cooked. Slapan is related to the famous welshcake except that you fry a thick batter rather than a pastry.
== Ingredients ==
* 225g/8oz Flour
* 50g/2oz Butter
* 2 Eggs, beaten
* A Pinch Bicarbonate of Soda
* A Pinch of Baking Powder
* 50g/2oz Dried Fruit (e.g. sultanas, raisins)
* 50g/2oz Sugar
* A little milk (if necessary)
== Directions ==
# In a large mixing bowl, rub the butter into the flour with your fingertips until it is well blended and resembles fine breadcrumbs.
# Add the eggs and remaining ingredients and beat to make a thick batter.
# Heat a griddle or large frying pan until hot.
# Place spoonfuls of the batter mixture onto the hot griddle and cook on both sides
# To serve - split in two and smother with salted butter. Eat whilst still hot.
Category:Welsh Recipes