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Stottie Cake: The Legendary Bread of Northeast England 🍞🇬🇧


 

If you’ve ever visited Newcastle, Sunderland, or Durham, you’ve likely encountered the mighty Stottie Cake—a thick, doughy, flatbread that’s a staple of Northern English cuisine. With its chewy texture, slight sweetness, and iconic dimpled center, this isn’t just bread… it’s a cultural icon!

Perfect for sandwiches, soups, or just slathered in butter, the Stottie is a filling, hearty bread that’s survived generations. And today, we’re bringing this North East classic straight to your kitchen!


What Makes a Stottie Cake Special?

✅ Thick & Dense – No airy fluff here, just substantial, chewy goodness.
✅ Slightly Sweet – A hint of sugar makes it perfect for savory OR sweet fillings.
✅ Dimpled Center – The classic "stottie" shape helps hold fillings and gravy.
✅ Versatile – Eat it with ham & pease pudding, bacon, or even jam!

Fun Fact: The name comes from the Geordie word "stott"—meaning "to bounce" (because you could supposedly bounce it off the floor if stale!).


Authentic Stottie Cake Recipe

Ingredients (Makes 2 Large Stotties)

  • 500g strong white bread flour (or half white, half wholemeal)

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1 tbsp sugar (traditional for that slight sweetness)

  • 1 x 7g sachet fast-action yeast

  • 300ml warm water (more if needed)

  • 1 tbsp lard or butter (for authenticity—oil works too)


Step-by-Step Instructions