Johnny Cakes Made Easy and Good
Discover the art of crafting golden, crisp-edged *Johnny Cakes Made Easy and Good*—a time-honored recipe that’s as effortless as it is delicious! These savory-sweet cornmeal pancakes come together with just six pantry staples, including fine cornmeal, a touch of all-purpose flour, and a hint of sugar for balance. The batter, brought to life with boiling water, yields a beautifully tender texture that’s perfect for any occasion. Cooked to perfection in a buttery skillet, these Johnny Cakes boast a lightly crisp exterior with a soft, satisfying center. Whether you serve them drizzled with maple syrup, spread with honey, or topped with savory delights like bacon or avocado, they’re the ultimate versatile treat. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for quick breakfasts, brunches, or even as a side dish at dinner. Embrace a taste of comfort with this simple yet irresistibly good dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fine cornmeal (yellow or white)
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Boiling water
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter or neutral oil (for cooking)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt. Stir well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly mixed.
Slowly add the boiling water to the dry mixture while stirring continuously. This will form a thick batter. Let the mixture rest for 2-3 minutes to fully hydrate the cornmeal.
Heat a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add about a tablespoon of butter or oil to coat the surface evenly.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter per Johnny Cake onto the skillet. Use the back of a spoon to gently spread the batter into a round, pancake-like shape about 1/4 inch thick.
Cook the Johnny Cakes for 3-4 minutes on the first side, or until the edges look set and small bubbles appear on the surface. Flip using a spatula and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until both sides are golden brown.
Remove the cooked Johnny Cakes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to soak up any excess grease.
Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter or oil to the skillet as needed.
Serve the Johnny Cakes warm, either as is or with syrup, honey, butter, or your favorite savory toppings like bacon or avocado.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
808 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.7 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 61 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 1191 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.7 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 209 mg | 4% | |
*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.
