Whole Wheat Currin Almond Rock Cakes

Ingredients

• 1 lb whole wheat flour
• 3 oz butter or vegetable shortening
• 1/4 lb granulated sugar
• 1 cup mixed currants and sultanas
• 3 oz blanched almonds, finely chopped
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 3 large eggs
• 3/4 cup milk
• Flour for greasing tins

Method

1. 1 Rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. 2 Add the fruit, almonds, sugar, and cinnamon, then mix well.
3. 3 Beat the eggs with the milk, then combine with the dry ingredients to form a stiff paste.
4. 4 Place small lumps of paste onto lightly floured baking sheets.
5. 5 Bake in a 400°F oven for 25 to 35 minutes until golden brown.