Hoe Cakes Recipe
Buttermilk and cornmeal pancakes served with honey butter.
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Ingredients
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Honey Butter
Method
Making the Hoe Cakes
- 1
Prepare the Honey Butter
In a small bowl, mix together the unsalted butter and honey until well combined. Set aside.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- 5
Cook the Pancakes
Heat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Grease lightly with butter. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the skillet and cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
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