Lardy Jacks & Johnny Boys (Medieval English Sweet C

Name: Lardy Jacks & Johnny Boys (Medieval English Sweet Cakes)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Basic English Egg Dough(a bread dough made of milk butter and eggs); 1 1/2 cups milk, scalded; 1/2 cup butter; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 cup sugar; 21 g dry yeast (3 packets); 1/2 cup warm water; 2 eggs, beaten; 9 cups flour; Lardy Jacks (use 1/3 cup egg dough); 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup butter, very soft; 3/4 cup raisins; 3/4 cup nuts; Johnny Boys; 3 tablespoons cinnamon

Servings: persons

Basic English Egg Dough(a bread dough made of milk butter and eggs)
1 1/2 cups milk, scalded
1/2 cup butter
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup sugar
21 g dry yeast (3 packets)
1/2 cup warm water
2 eggs, beaten
9 cups flour
Lardy Jacks (use 1/3 cup egg dough)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, very soft
3/4 cup raisins
3/4 cup nuts
Johnny Boys
3 tablespoons cinnamon

1
Basic English Egg Dough:
2
Pour scalded milk over butter, salt, & sugar.
3
Cool.
4
Dissolve yeast in warm water.
5
Let stand until it bubbles.
6
Add yeast to beaten eggs and then to cooled milk.
7
Gradually add flour - only enough to make an easily handled dough.
8
Turn out on floured surface and knead until smooth & elastic.
9
Place in greased bowl, cover and let rise about 1 hour.
10
Punch down and shape into 3 loaves.
11
Place in greased loaf pan and let rise until doubled.
12
Bake at 450u00b0 F for 10 minutes. Lower temperature to 350u00b0 F and bake 40 minutes longer.
13
For Lardy Jacks:
14
After first rising of the Egg Dough,knead in the sugar, butter, raisins, & nuts. Roll dough to 1/2-inch thick. Cut into triangles.
15
Brush with milk and sprinkle with sugar. Bake on greased baking sheet at 400u00b0 F until done about 15 minutes.
16
For Johnny Boys:
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Follow Lardy Jacks recipe above, but add 3 Tbs. cinnamon to the sugar. Shape the triangles like a boy with outflung arms (or use a gingerbreadman cookie cutter).

1739

kcal

Calories

Fat

270

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Basic English Egg Dough(a bread dough made of milk butter and eggs), 1 1/2 cups milk, scalded, 1/2 cup butter, 2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Lardy Jacks & Johnny Boys (Medieval English Sweet Cakes) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lardy Jacks & Johnny Boys (Medieval English Sweet Cakes)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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