Description
Learn how to make delicious Johnny Cakes, a classic Southern American and Caribbean treat. These easy-to-make cornmeal cakes are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as a side dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup cornmeal (yellow or white)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional:
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Additional:
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/4 cup milk (or more, as needed)
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil (for frying)
- Additional butter or syrup for serving
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, salt, and sugar (if using).
- Add Water and Milk: Stir in the boiling water and mix well. Gradually add milk until a thick batter forms.
- Let Rest: Allow the batter to sit for 2–3 minutes to hydrate the cornmeal.
- Cook: Heat butter or oil in a skillet. Drop spoonfuls of batter, flatten slightly, and cook for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Drain on a paper towel and serve hot with butter, syrup, or alongside savory dishes.
Notes
- Adjust milk for desired texture: less for crispier cakes, more for softer cakes.
- Bake option: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes per side for a different cooking method.
- Versatile dish: Enjoy as a breakfast side, snack, or with stews.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Caribbean, Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
