bahamas: johnny cake (corn bread)

(5 ratings)
Recipe by
Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Grapeview, WA

Johnny cake is served throughout The Bahamas so it's not uncommon to find a variety of distinctive tastes. Different places and different islands have different recipes. This version is served at the Cricket Club, and is a standard, simple version.

(5 ratings)
yield 9 -10
prep time 15 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For bahamas: johnny cake (corn bread)

  • 1 c
    flour
  • 3/4 c
    cornmeal
  • 3/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1
    egg, beaten
  • 5 tsp
    baking powder
  • 1/3 c
    sugar
  • 2 Tbsp
    vegetable oil
  • 1 c
    milk

How To Make bahamas: johnny cake (corn bread)

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 350F.
  • 2
    Mix all dry ingredients together. Add egg, milk and oil to dry mixture and blend well.
  • 3
    Pour into 8 inch square pan. Bake 30-35 minutes until slightly brown on top.
  • 4
    Serve hot or cold with butter, honey or preserves.

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