Classic Rock Cakes

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or 400°F.

2. 2

   Sift the self-raising flour into a large mixing bowl.

3. 3

   Add the unsalted butter to the flour and rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.

4. 4

   Stir in the granulated sugar and mixed dried fruit.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, beat the medium egg and mix in the milk and vanilla extract.

6. 6

   Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix to form a stiff dough.

7. 7

   Using two spoons, place rough heaps of the mixture onto a greased baking tray, spacing them well apart.

8. 8

   Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the rock cakes are golden brown.

9. 9

   Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool.

10. 10

    Enjoy your Classic Rock Cakes with a cup of tea or coffee.