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Johnny Cakes

When it comes to "best Johnny cakes," look no further than Nat's Palm Grove. This beach shack, set out on idyllic Junk's Hole in Anguilla's East End, knows a thing or two about good food.

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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 lbs flour
  • 2 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tbsp salt
  • 1/3 cups sugar
  • 1/3 cups corn meal
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • About 2 cups water

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients together. Make a well in the flour, add oil, then water.  Mix together. Add more or less water. You do not want a sticky dough.  Knead until smooth. 
  2. Cover with a cloth and rest for about 15 minutes.  
  3. Cut in small pieces and make smooth balls. On a floured surface, flatten balls with a rolling pin.  
  4. Fry in hot deep oil until golden brown on each side, about 10 minutes.
Chef's Tip
This is the Johnny Cake recipe for Palm Grove's

When it comes to "best Johnny cakes," look no further than Nat's Palm Grove. This beach shack, set out on idyllic Junk's Hole in Anguilla's East End, knows a thing or two about good food.

This family owned and operated establishment has long held the title for #1 Johnny cake. They are prepared with love and care, with a recipe handed down through generations.
Recipe from CoconutGravy · coconutgravy.com
Printed September 8, 2026