Old-Fashioned Hot Water Cornbread Cakes
Old-Fashioned Hot Water Cornbread Cakes deliver a crisp, deeply golden crust with a warm, tender center. A hint of bacon grease adds smoky richness that sets them apart from standard cornbread. Serve these skillet-fried cakes alongside beans, greens, or fried chicken, or enjoy them hot as a comforting snack.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
In a medium bowl, mix the cornmeal, salt, and sugar. Add the boiling water and 1 tablespoon bacon grease; stir until the bacon grease melts.
- 3
Pour bacon grease into a large skillet to a depth of 1/2-inch; heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 4
Using a heaping tablespoon as a guide, shape the cornmeal mixture into 12 flattened balls.
- 5
Fry in the hot oil, turning once, until crisp and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
- Calories 122.33 kcal Moderate
- Protein 2.58 g Low Source
- Carbs 26.16 g Moderate
- Total Fat 1.12 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 47.19 mg Low Source
- Fiber 3.68 g Moderate
- Sugar 2.72 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 1.24 g Low Source
- Calcium 1.19 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.88 mg Low Source
- Potassium 107.42 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.87 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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