Cornmeal Buttermilk Johnny Cakes Recipe
caramelized apple jam | salted caramel warm maple syrup
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Ingredients
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Johnny Cakes
Caramelized Apple Jam
Salted Caramel Warm Maple Syrup
Method
Johnny Cakes
- 1
Prepare Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- 2
Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and honey until smooth.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; do not overmix. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes.
- 4
Cook Cakes
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each cake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 3-4 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Caramelized Apple Jam
- 5
- 6
Simmer Jam
Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and the mixture thickens.
- 7
Cool Jam
Remove from heat and let the jam cool before transferring it to a jar for storage.
Salted Caramel Warm Maple Syrup
- 8
Make Caramel
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the granulated sugar until it turns a deep amber color, swirling the pan occasionally.
- 9
Add Butter and Cream
Add the butter and stir until melted, then slowly whisk in the heavy cream. Be cautious, as it may bubble up.
- 10
Finish Syrup
Stir in the sea salt and maple syrup. Heat gently until warm, then remove from heat.
