Breakfast

Johnny Cakes

Crisp, golden cornmeal pancakes from New England. Serve with butter and maple syrup.

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Serves
4
Level
Easy
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Johnny Cakes
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Johnny cakes are one of America's oldest recipes. They're simpler and heartier than regular pancakes.

Cook them until the edges are crisp.

Johnny Cakes

25 min total · approx. 280 kcal per serving

Ingredients

Servings 4

Method

  1. Mix the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder and a pinch of salt.
  2. Whisk in the egg and milk to a thick batter.
  3. Fry spoonfuls in butter for 3 minutes each side until crisp and golden.
  4. Serve with butter and maple syrup.
Cook's noteAdd a little boiling water to the cornmeal first for a softer texture.

Calories are an estimate per serving. Diet tags are a guide only: always check ingredient labels for allergens, and see our food safety note.