Best 5 Corncakes Recipes

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Corncakes, also known as cornbread pancakes, are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with a combination of cornmeal, flour, and other ingredients, corncakes have a unique flavor and texture that makes them a favorite among many. Whether you prefer them sweet or savory, there are endless variations of corncake recipes to choose from. In this article, we will explore some of the best corncake recipes, providing you with a guide to create mouthwatering corncakes that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

COUNTRY CORNCAKES



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Although we live in a suburban area, we are lucky to have plenty of farms nearby where we can purchase fresh corn. But, when it's out of season, I substitute canned or frozen corn in this favorite recipe. -Anne Frederick, New Hartford, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 14 corncakes.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, room temperature
1-1/2 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn
Optional: sour cream, 6 bacon strips cooked and crumbed and 2 Tbsp minced chives

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients; make a well in the center. In another bowl, beat the egg, buttermilk and butter; pour into well and stir just until blended. Gently stir in corn; do not overmix. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. , Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Turn when bubbles form on the top, 2-3 minutes. Cook until second side is golden brown. Top with the sour cream, bacon and chives if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 451mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CORNCAKES WITH COUNTRY HAM SCRAMBLE AND RED-EYE GRAVY



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3/4 cup self-rising flour
1/2 cup stone-ground yellow cornmeal
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chicken stock
3 ounces buttermilk
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 large egg plus 2 yolks
Canola oil, to coat the griddle
1 tablespoon butter, plus 2 tablespoons ice-cold butter, cut into chunks
1 pound country ham, thick slices cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup coffee
1/2 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons brown sugar
8 large eggs
2 tablespoons cream
1/2 cup grated Cheddar
2 green onions, tops only, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • For the corncakes: Mix together the self-rising flour, cornmeal, granulated sugar and salt in a medium bowl. Add the chicken stock, buttermilk, melted butter, eggs and yolks and mix until combined; do not overmix.
  • Oil a griddle and heat over medium heat. When hot, add 1/2 cup of the batter to the pan to create a small cake; repeat to fill the pan (about 2). Let the cakes cook until browned and the tops have begun to set slightly, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the cakes and cook until golden brown on the other side and cooked through, another 1 to 2 minutes. Remove the cakes to a paper towel-lined tray to rest. Repeat with the remaining batter to make a total of 4 to 6 cakes.
  • For the Red-Eye Gravy: Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large saute pan over medium-high heat until melted, then add the ham. Brown the ham on each side. Remove the ham and deglaze the pan with the coffee. Add the chicken stock and brown sugar and increase the heat to high. Allow the mixture to reduce by at least half, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add the 2 tablespoons ice-cold butter a little at a time, whisking constantly until all the butter has been added.
  • For the Country Ham Scramble: Whisk the eggs in a medium bowl. Add the cream and whisk well, then add the Cheddar. Heat a large nonstick saute pan over medium-low heat. Add the egg mixture and scramble until soft.
  • To Plate: place a hot corncake on a plate, top with a quarter of the eggs, a sprinkle of ham and some red-eye gravy. Garnish with the green onions.

BUCKWHEAT CORNCAKES



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Got this yummy healthy breakfast from www.chooseveg.com - the source of this recipe is from "Healthy Eating for Life for Women" by Kris Kieswer. Serve with fresh fruit or maple syrup.

Provided by Wendys Kitchen

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup buckwheat flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon sodium-free baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 ripe banana, mashed
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 cup fortified soymilk or 1 cup rice milk

Steps:

  • Mix buckwheat flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large bowl, combine mashed banana, maple syrup, vinegar, and milk. Add flour mixture, stirring just enough to remove any lumps and make a pourable batter. Add a bit more milk if batter seems too thick.
  • Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle, then spray lightly with vegetable oil. Pour small amounts of batter onto the heated surface and cook until tops bubble. Turn carefully with a spatula and cook the second sides until browned, about 1 minute. Serve immediately.

JOHNNY JALAPENO'S RIDE EM COWBOY CORNCAKES



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Like the California gold rush, cowboys ride like the wind to get to JJ's wild & crazy explosions of flavor in these corncakes. So git ya a big spoon and come dig in! You can use full flavored ingredients, we just tried to lower the calories/fat with some ingredients.

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 8 corncakes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (8 1/2 ounce) box Jiffy corn muffin mix
1/2 cup Bisquick
1 egg, beaten
3/4 cup 2% low-fat milk
8 slices extra lean bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
1/4 cup chopped jalapeno (or to taste)
1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese (shredded)
1/4 cup butter, softened to room temperature
1/2 cup picante sauce (Pace)
1/2 cup light sour cream
1/2 cup sugar-free maple syrup

Steps:

  • BATTER: Mix all batter ingredients well (you should have about 2 cups).
  • Heat griddle to medium and grease lightly (or use spray butter). Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto hot griddle to total 8 pancakes (do in batches if necessary).
  • Top each equally with bacon, jalapenos, and cheddar. When bubbles begin to appear on the edges of the cakes (about 1-2 minutes and making sure the bottom is thoroughly cooked), Carefully flip them over and cook the other side (about 1-2 minutes). Do not pat down the pancakes!
  • Flip cakes topping side up onto serving plates. Top each with the butter, picante, & sour cream. Drizzle lightly with maple syrup, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.3, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 51.6, Sodium 571.8, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 8.9, Protein 6.1

CORNCAKES



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Categories     Breakfast

Yield 2 unknown

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 egg
1 cup buttermilk
2/3 cup cornmeal
1/3 cup flour
3 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled slightly
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
oil or butter for cooking

Steps:

  • Directions: Whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, sugar, salt and cornmeal in a large bowl. Set aside. In small bowl or measuring cup whisk together the egg, buttermilk and butter. Pour over the dry ingredients and whisk thoroughly, breaking up any chunks. Heat the butter or oil on a pan or griddle. Ladle about about 1/3 of a cup of the batter on to the hot pan. Cook, flipping when bubbles start to appear. Cook until the other side is golden brown. Repeat and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cornmeal. Stone-ground cornmeal will give your corncakes a more rustic and flavorful texture than finely-ground cornmeal.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make your corncakes tough.
  • Let the batter rest before cooking. This will allow the cornmeal to absorb the liquid and produce a more tender corncake.
  • Cook the corncakes over medium heat. This will help them cook evenly without burning.
  • Serve the corncakes hot with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include butter, honey, maple syrup, and fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

Corncakes 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 tips, you can make perfect corncakes every time.

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