Vibrant Jamaican Festival Bread

Name: Vibrant Jamaican Festival Bread
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8-10 pieces
Cuisine: Snack
Ingredients: All-purpose flour; Cornmeal; Sugar; Baking powder; Salt; Water; Vanilla extract; Vegetable oil

Sweet Cornmeal Batter Delight

A classic Jamaican bread with a sweet and savory twist, perfect for any meal or as a delightful snack.

1 h 15 min
8-10 pieces
Easy

Ingredients

For the Dough

All-purpose flour

2 cups

Cornmeal

1/2 cup

Sugar

2 tablespoons

Baking powder

1 tablespoon

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

For the Liquid Mixture

Water

1 cup

Vanilla extract

1 teaspoon

For Frying

Vegetable oil

Enough to deep fry

Preparation

Preparing the Dough

Combine dry ingredients

In a large bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Add liquids

Gradually add water and vanilla extract, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Knead the dough

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.

Ensure the dough is not too sticky; adjust with flour as needed. Slightly oil your hands to prevent sticking while kneading.

Resting the Dough

Cover and rest

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Relax gluten

This resting allows the gluten to relax, resulting in a softer bread texture.

Cooking Process

Heating the Oil

Heat enough vegetable oil in a deep pan on medium heat until a small piece of dough sizzles gently.

For a perfect golden crust, ensure your oil is hot before frying.

Shaping and Frying

Shape the dough into small logs, about 3 inches long, and carefully place them into the hot oil.

Golden Perfection

Fry until golden brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes per batch. Use a slotted spoon to remove the festival bread, letting excess oil drain on paper towels.

Plating & Serving