JOHNNY CAKE RECIPE
Delicious cornbread cakes that are crispy on the outside while soft and dense on the inside.
Servings Prep Time
20cakes 10 minutes
Cook Time
20minutes
Servings Prep Time
20cakes 10 minutes
Cook Time
20minutes
Ingredients
  • 1/2cup whole milk
  • 1/2cup unsalted butter
  • 2cups fine cornmeal
  • 2teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1-1/2cups boiling water
  • 1/4cup thinly sliced green onionsoptional
  • 1tablespoon chopped chivesoptional
Instructions
  1. Combine milk and butter in a sauce pan on medium heat. Stir until butter melts. Set aside.
  2. While bring water to boil, combine cornmeal, salt, green onions and chives in a large heatproof mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk in 1-1/2 cups boiling water. Add milk and butter mixture. Whisk to combine.
  4. Heat an ungreased cast iron skillet or griddle on medium high. Drop about 1/4 cup of the batter per cake on hot skillet. Cook until lightly browned and crispy for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
  5. Serve hot with your favorite dish.