hoe cakes
Discover the deliciousness of Southern Hoe Cakes with our easy recipe! Fry up crispy fried cornbread or johnny cakes, perfect for breakfast
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk or 1 cup whole milk + 1 tablespoon white vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or bacon grease
- 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil or bacon grease for frying
Instructions
- Whisk dry ingredients (cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt) in a bowl.
- In another bowl, mix wet ingredients (buttermilk, egg, melted butter).
- Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a batter. Add water if too thick.
- Heat oil or bacon grease in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
- Drop 2-3 tablespoons of batter into the skillet, spreading gently into a circle.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
- Serve warm with butter, syrup, or your favorite toppings.
Pro Tips:
- Use bacon grease for extra flavor.
- Add cheese, green onions, or berries for variations.
- Keep the skillet hot for crispy edges.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 180mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 16g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Vitamin D: 0.1mcg
- Calcium: 40mg
- Iron: 1mg
- Potassium: 50mg