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Caribbean · PANTRYHOP RECIPE

Johnny Cakes with Cheese

35 minutes · 6 servings · vegetarian

Inspired by Caribbean johnny cakes, baked here instead of fried for an easier home method.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon oil for greasing

Let’s make it

  1. Heat oven to 400 F / 200 C and line a tray with parchment.
  2. Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Rub in the butter until crumbly, then stir in milk and cheese to make a soft dough.
  3. Pat into 6 rounds about 1/2 inch thick and place on the tray.
  4. Bake 15–18 minutes until puffed and lightly golden. Cool slightly before serving.

Make mini rounds for lunchboxes or snacks.

Cooking time varies with equipment and batch size. Follow school allergy rules for children’s meals; keep perishable lunches cold.

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