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Johnny Cake

Cultural Context

Johnny Cake has its roots in the Caribbean, particularly among the indigenous people and early settlers. Traditionally, it served as a staple food, often enjoyed with savory dishes or sweetened for breakfast. Today, Johnny Cake is celebrated across the Caribbean and has been adapted in various ways, including sweet versions and those served with meats or fish.

CaribbeanKNother
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter
ginger (amount not specified)
water (amount not specified)

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: whole grain cornmeal

💰Cheaper: polenta

Whole grain cornmeal adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a tropical flavor and is dairy-free.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining moisture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds a unique flavor and is a natural sweetener.

1

Combine 2 cups of flour with 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda in a bowl.

2

Mix together the flour and baking soda.

3

Add 1/2 cup of sugar and mix well.

4

Incorporate butter into the mixture.

5

Add ginger to the mixture and continue mixing.

6

Gradually add water until the mixture is not too soft.

7

Prepare a baking pan with butter and flour.

8

Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.

9

Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes.

10

Serve warm with butter and optionally with hot pepper or lemon.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbakingfrying

Equipment Needed

baking panmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Journey CakeJonnycake

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