The recipe uses just 5 key ingredients—2/3 cup cornmeal, 1/3 cup self-rising flour, 1/3 cup low-fat buttermilk, 1 egg, and oil for frying—making it accessible and budget-friendly.
The process involves mixing a smooth batter, heating oil, and frying the hoecakes, with each cake cooking in about 2-3 minutes per side.
Achieve crispier hoecakes by using sufficient oil (e.g., 3 tbsp. coconut oil) and ensuring the skillet is hot before adding the batter.
Customize the hoecakes by adding sugar for sweetness or green onions for a savory twist, catering to different preferences.
Enjoy them warm with butter, honey, or sour cream, or pair them with chili, fried chicken, or soups as a creative bread substitute.
Each of the 6 small hoecakes contains 120 calories, 3g protein, 13g carbs, 6g fat, 1g fiber, and 1g sugar, offering a balanced snack or side.
Hoecakes bring a traditional, comforting Southern flair to any meal, appealing to fans of classic American cuisine.
Drain excess oil on paper towels after frying to keep them light, and spread the batter into small pancake shapes for even cooking.