These Pennsylvania Dutch Johnny Cakes are a traditional recipe using wholesome ingredients like butter and buttermilk. They are always enjoyed warm with butter, and often with heavy cream or maple syrup on top.
1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease a 9x13 baking dish with butter & set aside.
2. Combine dry ingredients of flour, corn meal, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar in a large bowl. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, add wet ingredients of buttermilk, eggs, & melted butter. Whisk to combine. Add wet ingredients to dry mixture in a large bowl until combined. Add the 1/3 cup of hot water & stir once more until fully mixed.
4. Transfer to your prepared baking dish and bake for 25-35 mins.
