Eccles Cakes Recipe

Sometimes called a fly pie or fly cake, this pastry is not a common one in north america, but with a few ingredients and about half an hour you can have a classic british pastry to be proud of. Traditionally, eccles cakes are made with currants, which can be difficult to find as well as costly. This recipe substitutes golden raisins, which are a bit sweeter than currants but plump and take on the flavor of the brandy and spices very nicely.