Flannel cakes, also known as hoecakes, are a delicious, Southern-style breakfast treat that has been enjoyed for generations. These golden brown cakes are made with simple, inexpensive ingredients and can be easily prepared at home. Their unique texture, somewhere between a pancake and a biscuit, makes them a favorite among those who love hearty, comforting foods. Whether you prefer them served with butter and syrup, or topped with fried chicken or eggs, flannel cakes are sure to satisfy your cravings. In this article, we will explore the history of flannel cakes, provide tips for making the perfect batch, and share some creative variations on this classic recipe.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
FLANNEL CAKES - BEST PANCAKES EVER
This recipe comes from my Mother's first cook book. The American Woman's Cook Book, copywrited in 1938. To this day, these are still the best pancakes I've tasted. Light, fluffy and delicious!
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Breakfast
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Sift flour, salt and baking powder together.
- Beat egg yolks and add milk and shortening.
- Beat in flour with a rotary beater (or electric mixer).
- Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites.
- Bake on hot griddle, turning to brown both sides.
- Makes 24.
FLANNEL CAKES
This is the world's best pancake recipe. It comes from the "American Woman's Cookbook", circa 1938, revised 1970. I learned to make these because my mother's pancakes sank like lead in your stomach. These float like air! I like to serve these with jam instead of syrup.
Provided by Amy - Ellies Mommie
Categories Breakfast
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, sift together dry ingredients.
- In a large bowl, beat egg YOLKS only.
- Add milk and oil to egg yolks and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Stir dry ingredients into the egg yolk and milk mixture.
- Fold egg whites into batter.
- Be sure to FOLD and not STIR so that the egg whites retain as much air as possible.
- Measure out by the 1/4 cupful onto a griddle or skillet over medium high heat.
- When bubbles just start to"pop" in the batter and edges are set, flip over.
- Pancake will puff up and rise as it cooks.
- Cook until just golden brown.
- If you are going to hold the pancakes in the oven until you serve them, undercook the first ones so that they continue to cook in the oven.
RED FLANNEL HASH CAKES
Inspired by a classic, these individual red flannel cakes blur the line between hash and hash browns; the crisped patties of sugary beets, Yukon gold potatoes, and smoked bacon aren't complete without a dollop of cool, tangy sour cream.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Yield Makes about 16
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Place beets on a large piece of heavy-duty foil. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons oil, and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon salt; season with pepper. Fold foil and seal to form a packet. Place packet in oven, and roast until beets are tender, about 1 hour. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Peel beets with a paring knife or a vegetable peeler; cut into 1/4-inch dice (about 2 cups).
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon, and cook, stirring often, 4 minutes. Add leek, and cook, stirring often, until tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in beets and thyme, and cook 1 minute more. Transfer beet mixture to a large bowl, reserving skillet.
- Peel potatoes, and grate on the large holes of a box grater. Add potatoes and 1 tablespoon salt to the beet mixture, and toss to combine.
- Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in the reserved skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches of 4 and adding more oil if needed, drop 1/4 cup potato mixture into skillet. Gently flatten hash cakes with a spatula. Cook, flipping once, until cakes are just beginning to crisp, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels as you work, and keep warm in a 200 degree-oven if desired. Serve with sour cream.
FLANNEL CAKES
When I was a teen, my mom had a cookbook that I liked to use. Unfortunately, my brother had thrown it away. I always loved the book but don't remember the name of the cookbook. In it, I came across the flannel cake (pancake) recipe and fell in love with it. They are so light and fluffy This is my number one favorite for...
Provided by Debbie Recknagle
Categories Other Breakfast
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Beat egg yolks, then add milk and shortening to the yolks.
- 2. Mix flour, salt, nd baking powder together.
- 3. Add dry ingredients to the liquid mixture and mix until smooth.
- 4. Beat egg whites until stiff.
- 5. Fold egg whites into batter, just until lightly blended.
- 6. Pour batter to desired size, onto a hot greased griddle. Turn shortly after pancakes have started to bubble and are lightly browned, and cook other side. Remove from pan and serve with maple syrup or desired topping. Suggestions might be strawberries or apple pie filling or what ever you may like for the topping.
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe bananas. This will ensure that your pancakes are moist and flavorful.
- Mash the bananas well. This will help to incorporate them into the batter and prevent them from clumping.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the pancakes tough.
- Cook the pancakes over medium heat. This will help them to cook evenly without burning.
- Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings.
Conclusion:
Flannel cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast option. They are perfect for a lazy weekend morning or a quick weekday breakfast. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a stack of fluffy, flavorful pancakes that will satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you're looking for a new breakfast recipe, give flannel cakes a try!
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