Lemon Candied Peel Soda Cakes

Ingredients

• 1 lb flour
• 2 oz butter
• 3 oz sugar
• 1 oz candied peel
• Grated rind of 1 lemon
• 1 whole egg
• Milk, as needed
• ½ teaspoon baking soda

Method

1. 1 Rub the butter into the flour until well combined.
2. 2 Add the sugar, candied peel, lemon rind, and baking soda; mix well.
3. 3 Mix in the beaten egg and a little milk if necessary to form a very stiff dough.
4. 4 Place the mixture in small rough heaps on a greased baking sheet.
5. 5 Bake in a 425°F oven for 15 minutes.