Fried Bake/ Floats, Soft & Delicious Johnny Cakes

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a tropical flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while adding a nutty taste.

Add 3 cups of all-purpose flour to a bowl.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1 tablespoon of sugar to the bowl and mix until combined.

Gradually knead in about 1 1/4 cups of water, adding it a little at a time.

Knead the dough for about 3 to 4 minutes until it is soft and tacky, which develops the gluten for a light fluffy texture.

Cover the dough and let it rest for about 25 minutes.

Pinch off portions of the dough to make equal-sized balls and shape them for a smooth surface.

Cover the dough balls for about 5 minutes while preparing the frying oil.

Add about 4 cups of cooking oil to a frying pot and heat until fairly hot but not too hot to avoid burning.

Dust a surface with flour to prevent sticking and roll out the dough balls to your desired thickness.

Carefully add the rolled dough to the hot oil, frying a few at a time depending on the size of the pot.

Scoop hot oil over the dough to help it puff up and fry evenly on both sides.

Fry until they reach a nice brown color, adjusting the time for desired crispness.

Remove the fried bakes and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

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