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Southern Hoe Cakes (Johnny Cakes)

Crispy, golden cornmeal cakes cooked in a skillet, a classic Southern comfort food.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 cakes
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 egg
  • 0.75 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tbsp butter melted

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cast-iron skillet

Method
 

  1. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Whisk wet ingredients separately and combine with dry.
  3. Cook batter in greased skillet until golden on both sides.

Notes

Serve warm with butter, honey, or alongside savory Southern dishes.