Johnny Cake Belizean Recipes You’ll Love

Gather ‘round, fellow culinary adventurers! Today, we’re diving into the wonderful world of Caribbean cuisine with a delightful recipe for Johnny Cakes! These little golden wonders are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re having a casual brunch or throwing a beach party. Let’s get cooking and unleash some fun in the kitchen!

First Up: The Glorious Johnny Cake

Be prepared to have your taste buds waltz because these Johnny Cakes are fluffy, delicious, and super easy to whip up! Just imagine biting into a warm, crispy exterior that gives way to a soft, tender middle. Are you salivating yet? If not, you will be soon!

Ingredients You’ll Need:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
½ cup milk (you can use coconut milk for an extra tropical touch!)
¼ cup butter, melted
Water, as needed to mix
Oil, for frying

Let’s Get This Party Started: Instructions

In a large bowl, mix your flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Feel free to channel your inner chef and dance while you mix! It’s good for the soul.
Add in the melted butter and milk, then combine. You might have to roll up those sleeves because things are about to get messy (and fun!).
Slowly add in a bit of water until you have a dough that’s not too sticky. You want it to be smooth—like your best dance moves.
Now, on a floured surface (because we’re classy), knead the dough for a few minutes until it’s nice and soft. You could even give it a little pep talk! It’s important for morale.
Once your dough is fluffy and happy, cover it with a cloth and let it rest for about 30 minutes. This is a great time to practice your best slow-motion food dance.
Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. You want it hot enough to sizzle when the dough hits it, but not so hot that it tries to turn everything into a science experiment gone wrong.
Divide the dough into small balls, flatten them out a bit, and then gently place them in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown on both sides—about 3-4 minutes per side. You want those beauties to be a crispy golden brown!
Remove the Johnny Cakes from the oil and let them drain on a paper towel. That’s right, they need to soak up their beauty and cool down for a minute.
Serve them warm and enjoy the explosion of flavor that’s about to happen in your mouth. Optional: Add some cheese, honey, or even jam for an extra flavor kick!

And there you have it, folks! A delicious recipe for Caribbean Johnny Cakes that’s bound to make your day a whole lot brighter! Now go forth and fry away, and don’t forget to share your delicious results (or at least your kitchen dance moves) with the world!