Hoecakes
Bring a taste of Southern comfort to your table with these golden, crispy hoecakes! A delightful cross between pancakes and cornbread, hoecakes are made with a simple batter of yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, buttermilk, and a touch of sugar for subtle sweetness. Lightly fried to perfection, they feature a tender, fluffy interior and a satisfyingly crisp exterior. Perfectly versatile, these old-fashioned favorites can be enjoyed with a drizzle of honey or syrup for breakfast or served as a savory side to fried chicken, collard greens, or barbecue. Ready in just 30 minutes, hoecakes are a quick and easy way to add rustic charm to any meal. Try this classic recipe and discover why hoecakes have been a Southern staple for generations! Keywords: hoecakes recipe, Southern hoecakes, crispy cornbread cakes, quick Southern side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 unit Large egg
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted) or vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder until evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter or vegetable oil.
Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be thick and slightly lumpy.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add about 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil for frying.
Once the skillet is hot, scoop about 2 to 3 tablespoons of batter per hoecake onto the skillet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes on the first side, or until bubbles form on the surface, and the edges of the hoecakes look set. Carefully flip and cook the other side for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the finished hoecakes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the skillet if needed.
Serve the hoecakes warm, and enjoy them with butter, syrup, honey, or as an accompaniment to savory dishes like fried chicken or greens.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
257 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.9 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 308 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 112 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
