Johnny Cake Recipe

Name: Johnny Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Butter for greasing pan; 1 cup yellow cornmeal; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 egg, well beaten; 1 tablespoon molasses; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted; 8-inch square baking pan

Servings: persons

Butter for greasing pan
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg, well beaten
1 tablespoon molasses
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
8-inch square baking pan

1
Preheat the oven to 425 F.
2
Lightly butter an 8-inch square baking pan.
3
Sift together the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
4
Add the buttermilk, beaten egg, molasses, and melted butter and mix until smooth.
5
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30 minutes.
6
Unmold the johnnycake and let cool slightly before cutting into diamonds.
7
Serve warm.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Butter for greasing pan, 1 cup yellow cornmeal, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Johnny Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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