Go Back
Print Recipe

Johnnycakes

Ingredients

  • 1 C Cornmeal
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 1/4 C Boiling water
  • Shortening

Instructions

  • Mix together cornmeal, sugar, and salt.
  • Slowly add the boiling water to the cornmeal mixture. Stir until combined, but do not overmix.
  • Warm a griddle or frying pan over medium heat.
  • Spread a Tbsp of shortening in the pan. Pour 1/4 cup batter into the pan.
  • After the edges of the johnnycake dry, wait about 30 seconds, then flip it over with a spatula.
  • Press the center of the johnnycake down with the spatula.
  • Serve warm with syrup, honey, gravy, or beans.