Best 7 Canadian Johnny Cake Recipes

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Canadian johnny cake, also known as journey cake or cornmeal hoe cake, is a type of flatbread made with cornmeal, water, and salt, sometimes with the addition of baking powder or sugar. It is a traditional dish in Canada, and is often served with molasses, butter, or syrup. It has a slightly sweet, nutty flavor and a slightly crispy texture, and can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This article will provide you with some of the best recipes for cooking Canadian johnny cake, so you can enjoy this delicious dish in your own home.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

JOHNNY CAKE



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My sister couldn't eat enough of this cake. This is her favorite.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Cakes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup cornmeal
½ cup milk
½ cup shortening
½ cup white sugar
1 ⅓ cups cake flour
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease thoroughly an 8 inch square cake pan.
  • Combine cornmeal and milk. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir together the egg and milk.
  • Cream shortening, and blend in sugar. Stir flour mixture and egg mixture alternately into creamed mixture alternately. Blend in cornmeal mixture.
  • Bake for 40 to 45 minutes. Serve hot, with maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 17.9 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 317.6 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

OLD-FASHIONED JOHNNY CAKE



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This is a very old time recipe. My great grandparents used to eat this in a bowl with milk on it.

Provided by EDSELS1959

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Cornbread Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup yellow cornmeal
2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 ½ tablespoons shortening, melted
1 cup boiling milk
1 egg, separated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.
  • Sift cornmeal and flour together and spread thinly on a baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven until lightly brown, about 10 minutes. Let cool. Raise oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine cornmeal mixture, salt, sugar and baking powder. Pour in shortening and milk; stir to blend.
  • In a separate large bowl, beat egg white until stiff. In a third bowl, beat egg yolk then fold into egg white. Gently stir flour mixture into beaten egg. Pour into prepared baking pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 141.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

CANADIAN JOHNNY CAKE



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Make and share this Canadian Johnny Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Alia55

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups flour
4 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cornmeal
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup milk
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
3/4 cup shortening, melted

Steps:

  • Mix eggs, milk, maple syrup and melted shortening.
  • Add dry ingredients.
  • Bake at 400F for about 30 minutes in a 9x9 pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.3, Fat 23.1, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 83.6, Sodium 974.9, Carbohydrate 50.6, Fiber 2, Sugar 12.3, Protein 7.8

JOHNNYCAKES, NEWPORT COUNTY STYLE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield serves 4 as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup stone ground white cornmeal
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups hot water

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together. Mixture will be thin. Spoon onto a buttered griddle in 5 inch rounds and fry until golden brown.

JOHNNYCAKES



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 25m

Yield 10 to 12 (3-inch) johnnycakes;

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup Carpenter's Johnnycake Meal
1 cup boiling water
3 to 4 tablespoons milk
Bacon grease or corn oil, for frying
Butter, as an accompaniment

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and salt with meal in large mixing bowl. Scald with boiling water and stir well. Thin immediately with milk to a mixture that will drop easily from spoon (additional milk may be necessary: mixture should be consistency of thin mashed potato).
  • Drop by the spoonful onto medium hot griddle greased with 1 to 2 tablespoons of bacon grease or corn oil (do not let griddle get dry). Cook 5 to 6 minutes on each side until a brown, crunchy crust is formed and inside is soft. Serve hot with butter.

JOHNNY CAKE



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Make and share this Johnny Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KTiampo

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup yellow cornmeal or 1 cup white cornmeal
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup cream-style corn
1/4 cup oil
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • stir cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  • add eggs, mix together.
  • stir in corn, oil and sour cream.
  • pour into a greased 8x8 inch cake pan.
  • bake 400 degs for 25 minutes until brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.3, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 32.8, Sodium 199.3, Carbohydrate 9.5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.6, Protein 2.1

JOHNNY CAKES



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This recipe for these early-American pancakes comes to us from Richard Donnelly of Kenyon's Mill in South Kingston, Rhode Island.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Pancake Recipes

Yield Makes 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup stone-ground white cornmeal
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups boiling water
Unsalted butter, for griddle

Steps:

  • Preheat an electric griddle to 380 degrees. or place a griddle pan or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together cornmeal, sugar, and salt. Add boiling water, and mix to combine. The batter will be thick. Using a tablespoon, drop the batter onto the griddle 2 inches apart for each johnny cake. Let cook for 6 minutes, turn and cook 5 minutes more.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your johnny cakes the best flavor and texture. If possible, use local and organic ingredients.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make your johnny cakes tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Let the batter rest: Letting the batter rest for a few minutes before cooking will allow the flour to absorb the liquid and will help the johnny cakes to be more tender.
  • Cook the johnny cakes over medium heat: Cooking the johnny cakes over medium heat will help them to cook evenly without burning.
  • Serve the johnny cakes warm: Johnny cakes are best served warm, right out of the pan. You can serve them with butter, honey, maple syrup, or your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Johnny cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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