Fried Bakes (Floats)

Ingredients

• 2 - cups All-Purpose Flour

• 2 - tsp Baking Powder

• 1 - tbsp Brown Sugar

• 2 - tbsp Butter or Margarine

• 1⁄4 - tsp Salt

• 3⁄4 - cup room temperature Water

• Vegetable Oil (for frying)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, add flour, baking powder, salt, and brown sugar. Mix well. Add butter or margarine and rub into the flour using your hands until properly incorporated.

2. Gradually add water slowly until the flour is binded but not very sticky. Knead for 2 minutes and then roll into a ball. Set aside in a bowl covered with a towel. Let the dough rest for 15-20 minutes.

3. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan or skillet over high heat to a temp of 325°F -350°F

4. On a floured surface, divide the dough into 8-9 small balls and begin rolling each ball out into a circular shape.

5. Add dough to oil and slowly ladle oil unto bake (it will begin puffing up gradually) once it has fully puffed up or is golden on the edges flip and fry on the other side. Remove from heat and place in a bowl lined with greaseproof paper or paper towels to absorb excess oil.

6. Serve hot with cheese, buljol, smoked herring, tomato choka, or any desired filling.