Bahamian johnny cake bread is a traditional Caribbean quick bread featuring a sweet, golden crust and a soft, dense interior with a unique flavor profile. This delectable bread has been a staple of Bahamian cuisine for generations and is often enjoyed as a breakfast item or afternoon snack, paired perfectly with a hot cup of tea or coffee. Join us as we embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for Bahamian johnny cake bread, unearthing the secrets to creating this beloved delicacy that captures the essence of Bahamian culture and culinary heritage.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
JOHNNY CAKES (THE BAHAMAS)
This recipe Is from week 19 of my food blog, "Travel by Stove." I am attempting to cook one meal from every nation on Earth, and The Bahamas are my 19th stop. Johnny cakes are served all over the Caribbean, but they make them a little differently in the Bahamas (without cornmeal).
Provided by GiddyUpGo
Categories Breads
Time 45m
Yield 9-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix all the dry ingredients together, then cut in the shortening. Work the mixture with your hands until the grains are about the size of rice.
- Add milk until you get a soft dough (I had to use a bit more than the recipe called for).
- Turn out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth.
- Let the dough rest for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a greased 9x9 inch pan. You will have to press it down so it fills in all the corners. Poke the top of the dough a few times with a fork.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes. You can tell the cake is done when it starts to turn a little golden around the edges.
BAHAMIAN JOHNNY BREAD
This recipe is a cultural staple in the Bahamas and throughout the Caribbean and is a family favorite(one which I have tweaked a bit over the years to suit various tastebuds) but its a wonderful bread/cake-like dish thats commonly served with soups and souses of all kinds (for breakfast, lunch or dinner)and can also be wonderful after dinner supper topped with jam and served with tea or cocoa. My family especially loves to eat it like a sandwich with cheese or peanut butter in the middle.Yum...the choices are endless. Hope you enjoy!!!!
Provided by IslandGal
Categories Quick Breads
Time 55m
Yield 12-16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease an 11x15 baking pan and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder and then add the sugar and salt. With your fingers, gently knead in the stick of butter until well incorporated in the mixture. Add in the eggs, vegetable oil, milk and water and mix well with a spoon until the texture of your mixture is between that of a bread dough and the batter of a cake mix, adding more water if necessary.
- Pour mixture into greased pan and bake for 30mins. Brush the melted butter over the top and continue to bake for another 15 mins or until golden brown and butter knife comes out clean from the middle.
- Cut in squares and serve warm with butter or jam.
JOHNNY CAKE - BAHAMIAN STYLE RECIPE - (4.2/5)
Provided by Moxey2009
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix dry ingredients together well. Add wet ingredients and mix. Batter will be thick. Turn onto floured surface and knead several times or beat batter in bowl several times with a wooden spoon. Turn into a greased 8" round or square pan (can use an iron skillet). Dip fingers into flour and pat down dough. Prick top with a fork and brush with half of melted butter. Bake @450F for 25 minutes or until light golden brown. Brush with remaining melted butter. Cool slightly and serve warm or at room temp.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your Johnny cake bread.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bread tough.
- Bake the bread in a well-greased pan. This will prevent it from sticking.
- Serve the bread warm with your favorite toppings. Butter, honey, and jam are all great options.
Conclusion:
Johnny cake bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new bread recipe to try, give Johnny cake bread a try. You won't be disappointed!
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