In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
In a separate bowl, mix milk, egg, and melted butter.
Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed — do not overmix.
2. Heat the skillet
Heat 2–3 tbsp of oil or bacon grease in a skillet over medium heat.
3. Cook the hoecakes
Drop ¼ cup portions of batter into the hot skillet, flattening slightly with a spatula.
Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove and drain on paper towels if desired.
4. Serve
Serve warm with butter, honey, syrup, or gravy.
Perfect alongside fried chicken, collard greens, or breakfast eggs. 🍳
💡 Tips
Use medium-grind cornmeal for the traditional texture.
Adjust sweetness to taste — omit sugar for savory hoecakes.
Keep cooked hoecakes warm in a low oven (200°F / 95°C) while finishing the batch.
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