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mary berry rock cakes

Mary Berry Rock Cakes

Enjoy the classic British charm of Mary Berry Rock Cakes, featuring a crumbly texture and sweet dried fruits. Perfect for tea time or as a snack!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine british
Servings 4
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Tablespoon
  • Small bowl
  • wire rack

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g self-raising flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 100 g softened butter
  • 75 g caster sugar
  • 100 g dried fruits such as currants, cranberries, or raisins
  • 1 large egg
  • A few tbsp milk as needed
  • Optional: Demerara sugar for sprinkling

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C in a fan oven) and lightly grease the baking tray. Line with parchment paper.
  • Sieve flour and baking powder into a large bowl. Rub in the softened butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
  • Stir in caster sugar and dried fruits.
  • Beat the egg in a small bowl and add enough milk to create a fairly stiff mixture.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a rough dough.
  • Dollop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared tray, spacing them apart. Optionally, sprinkle with demerara sugar.
  • Bake for approximately 15 minutes until golden brown.
  • Cool slightly on the tray before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Nutrition Facts for 1 Serving:

  • Calories: 220
  • Protein: 3g
  • Fat: 11g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Sugars: 14g
  • Fibre: 1g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
Keyword Mary Berry Rock Cakes, Rock Cakes