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Scottish Oatcakes

Nubbly, buttery oat crackers, perfect with cheese, butter or jam.

Prep15 min
Cook25 min
Total40 min
Serves16
Calories~50 / serving
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Nubbly, buttery oat crackers, perfect with cheese, butter or jam. This one takes 40 min start to finish and serves 16. It earned a spot in our unleavened bread deck because the steps are simple and the ingredients are easy to find.

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Why you'll love it

  • Ready in 40 min
  • Everyday ingredients, most of them already in your pantry
  • Tagged: unleavened, crackers, vegetarian, gluten-free-option
Our best tip: Use certified gluten-free oats to make these gluten-free.

Truly unleavened: this recipe uses no yeast, baking powder, baking soda or sourdough starter. If you're baking for a church service or a religious holiday, check your tradition's guidelines.

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Scottish Oatcakes

Prep15 min
Cook25 min
Total40 min
Calories~50 / serving
Servings16

Ingredients

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats, pulsed fine
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup hot water

Instructions

  1. Heat the oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Mix the ground oats and salt, then stir in the butter and hot water to make a stiff dough. Rest 5 minutes.
  3. Roll 1/4 inch thick between sheets of parchment and cut into 2 1/2 inch rounds.
  4. Bake 20 to 25 minutes until firm and lightly golden at the edges. Cool on the pan.
Notes: Use certified gluten-free oats to make these gluten-free. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

Calories are an estimate per serving, worked out from the listed ingredients. Brands and portions vary.

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