Ohhh yes 😍 — Hoe Cakes! 🥞✨ That old-fashioned Southern cornmeal griddle bread that’s crispy on the outside, soft inside, and just perfect with butter, honey, or even alongside collard greens and fried chicken. 💛
They’re sometimes called “Johnny cakes” or “cornmeal pancakes,” but true Southern hoe cakes have that rustic charm and golden crunch that makes them unforgettable.
Here’s how to make the real deal: 👇
🧈 Southern Hoe Cakes Recipe
Ingredients:
1 cup cornmeal (yellow or white, your choice)
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp sugar (optional, but adds a touch of sweetness)
1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
1 large egg
2 tbsp melted butter or bacon grease (for flavor!)
