Antiguan Johnny Cakes
Antiguan johnny cakes are small fried breads with a lightly sweet, tender crumb. They can be served with savory dishes or simple sweet toppings.
Prep
20m
Cook
20m
Serves
8
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Ingredients
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Dough
- 400gAll-Purpose Flour
- 10gBaking Powder
- 20gWhite Sugar
- 6gSalt
- 40gUnsalted Butter (softened)
- 250mlWhole Milk
Frying
- 400mlVegetable Oil
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Method
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- 01
Combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, white sugar, and salt in a bowl.
- 02
Rub in the unsalted butter until the mixture looks sandy.
- 03
Pour in the whole milk and mix to form a soft dough. Let it rest briefly so it relaxes.
- 04
Divide the dough and shape it into small thick rounds.
- 05
Heat the vegetable oil to 180°C (350°F) in a deep pan.
- 06
Fry the rounds until golden brown on both sides and cooked through in the center.
- 07
Drain briefly and serve warm.
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