Old Fashioned Johnny Cakes Recipe

These Old-Fashioned Johnny Cakes are fluffy, golden-brown griddle cakes bursting with cornmeal flavor! Serve them warm with a drizzle of molasses or sorghum for a truly unforgettable breakfast or brunch. A simple recipe perfect for a weekend treat!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 96 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Old Fashioned Johnny Cakes

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How to Make Old Fashioned Johnny Cakes

  1. In a medium bowl, crack and beat 1 large egg lightly.
  2. Whisk in 1 cup yellow cornmeal, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 cup milk until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or large skillet over medium heat. The griddle is ready when a drop of water sizzles on the surface.
  4. Drop spoonfuls (about 1/4 cup each) of batter onto the hot griddle, leaving some space between each cake.
  5. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Flip when bubbles begin to form on the surface and the edges look set.
  6. Serve immediately with your favorite molasses or sorghum. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

4g

Carbs

5g