Johnny Cake

Golden, rustic, and irresistibly comforting, Johnny Cakes are a timeless classic that capture the heart of traditional Southern and Caribbean cooking. Made from a harmonious blend of fine yellow cornmeal and all-purpose flour, these lightly sweetened griddle cakes are deliciously crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. Perfectly browned and ready in just 15 minutes, this simple recipe combines pantry staples like sugar, baking powder, and melted butter, creating a quick and flavorful treat. Serve these versatile cakes warm, topped with butter and syrup for breakfast, or pair them with savory sides for a hearty meal. Whether you call them Johnny Cakes or hoe cakes, these golden beauties are a must-try addition to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Fine yellow cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.25 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 tablespoon Butter or oil for greasing the griddle

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 2

In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the milk, water, and melted butter until fully combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir the batter until smooth but avoid overmixing.

Step 4

Heat a griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or oil.

Step 5

Spoon about 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each Johnny Cake, spreading it slightly with the back of a spoon to form a circle about 4-5 inches in diameter.

Step 6

Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles form around the edges of the cake and the underside is golden brown.

Step 7

Flip the Johnny Cake with a spatula and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until both sides are golden and the center is cooked through.

Step 8

Transfer the cooked cakes to a plate and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm while cooking the remaining batter.

Step 9

Serve the Johnny Cakes warm with butter, syrup, or a side of your choice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	621.5 grams (621.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1444

Total Fat 48.30g	62%
Saturated Fat 27.20g	136%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 122mg	41%
Sodium 2042mg	89%
Total Carbohydrate 226.40g	82%
Dietary Fiber 12.00g	43%
Total Sugars 37.90g
Protein 29.40g	59%

Vitamin D 116IU	582%
Calcium 337mg	26%
Iron 8mg	45%
Potassium 675mg	14%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.8%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 62.1%