Southern Hoe Cake

Ingredients

Cornmeal

1 cup

All-purpose flour

1/2 cup

Baking powder

1 tablespoon

Sugar

2 tablespoons

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Buttermilk

1 cup

Egg

1, beaten

Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons

Butter

for greasing and serving

Maple syrup

for serving

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until well combined.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, beaten egg, and vegetable oil until smooth and homogeneous.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are perfectly fine for a light and airy texture.
4. Preheat a griddle or a large skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with vegetable oil or butter.
5. Once the griddle is hot, drop spoonfuls of batter onto the surface, using the back of the spoon to spread them into circles about 4 inches in diameter.
6. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the cakes are golden brown and slightly crispy. The edges should look set and bubbles may form on the surface.
7. Serve hot, topped with a pat of butter and a generous drizzle of maple syrup for a deliciously sweet finish.