Pa's Old Fashioned Johnny Cake Cornbread Recipe

This recipe for Pa's Old Fashioned Johnny Cake Cornbread is a family favorite, harkening back to Depression-era simplicity yet beloved by modern palates! A comforting and delicious cornbread, perfect for Saturday breakfast, brunch, or even a unique breakfast-for-dinner experience. Prepare the optional sausage and hard-boiled eggs ahead for an even quicker meal prep. This recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, easy enough for weeknights and special enough for weekends.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 590 kcal
Protein 21g
Rating 4.8 (12 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pa's Old Fashioned Johnny Cake Cornbread

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How to Make Pa's Old Fashioned Johnny Cake Cornbread

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, and buttermilk.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with your favorite toppings such as butter, honey, sausage, or hard-boiled eggs.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

29g

Carbs

21g