Description
Johnny Cakes, also known as hoecakes, are deliciously fluffy cornmeal pancakes that bring warmth and comfort to any meal. With their golden-brown crust and soft interior, these versatile treats can be enjoyed sweet with syrup or savory with herbs. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Johnny Cakes are easy to make and sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fine cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk (or alternative)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 4 tbsp melted butter (or vegetable oil)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Add milk, beaten eggs, and melted butter; stir gently until just combined.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt a bit of butter.
- Pour batter into the skillet using a ladle; cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with your choice of toppings like syrup or fresh fruit.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg