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Irish Oat Cakes

Cultural Context

Irish oat cakes have their roots in traditional Irish cuisine, where oats were a staple grain. These cakes are often enjoyed with tea or as a snack, reflecting the simplicity and resourcefulness of Irish cooking. Today, they are made in various forms and flavors, often incorporating local ingredients like honey and nuts, and are cherished both in Ireland and by those who appreciate hearty, wholesome snacks.

IrishIEsnack
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups steel cut oats
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup butter
1 cup buttermilk

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with a similar texture.

whole wheat flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour offers a gluten-free alternative, while all-purpose flour is more economical.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index, while corn syrup is less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a dairy-free alternative, while water reduces costs.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

In a large bowl, combine steel cut oats and whole wheat flour.

3

Add a lot of butter to the mixture.

4

Pour in some buttermilk and mix until combined.

5

Form the mixture into a dough.

6

Roll out the dough to a desired thickness.

7

Cut into desired shapes using a cookie cutter or knife.

8

Place the oat cakes on a baking sheet.

9

Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbakingkneading

Equipment Needed

ovenmixing bowlbaking sheetparchment paperrolling pincookie cutter

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

OatcakesIrish Oat Biscuits

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