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Scottish Oatcakes
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 25 Minutes
Servings: 15
Recipe by request. Found this one and haven't tried it .....Oatcake cookies may be prepared as directed above except add 1/3 cup sugar with the flour.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup oats or 1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 -3 tablespoons cold water
Directions:
1. Cut shortening into oats, flour, baking soda and salt until mixture resembles fine crumbs.
2. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until mixture forms a stiff dough.
3. Roll until 1/8 inch thick on lightly floured surface.
4. Cut into 2 1/2 inch rounds or squares.
5. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
6. Bake in oven at 375 degrees F until oatcakes start to brown, 12 to 15 minutes.
7. Cool on wire rack.
8. Serve plain or with honey, butter, jam or cheese at breakfast or as a snack.
By RecipeOfHealth.com