How to make Johnny cake ( Caribbean style )

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor while reducing saturated fat.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and adds a nutty taste.

Mix together 3 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, 2 tablespoons of baking powder, and a dash of cinnamon in a bowl.

Crumble in 1/2 stick of butter into the flour mixture.

Add evaporated milk to the mixture, adjusting the amount as needed.

Add water to the mixture until it forms a ball.

If the dough is too sticky, add more flour as needed.

Let the dough rest wrapped in plastic wrap for 20 minutes to allow the ingredients to incorporate.

Prepare for frying by having a bowl with a napkin ready.

Knead the dough by rolling it in your hands or using your palm until smooth.

Shape the dough into small balls for frying.

Heat oil in a pot and fry the dough balls until they rise and turn golden brown, flipping them as necessary.

Once cooked, place the fried Johnny cakes on the napkin to drain excess oil.

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