Southern Fried Cornbread (Hoecakes)
Golden, crispy edges with a soft, tender center—pure Southern comfort in every bite
There’s nothing more comforting than classic Southern fried cornbread, also known as hoecakes. Simple pantry ingredients come together to create a crispy, golden crust with a fluffy inside that pairs perfectly with collard greens, beans, fried chicken, or a bowl of soup. This old-fashioned favorite is quick, easy, and full of down-home flavor—just the way Grandma made it.
Ingredients
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⅔ cup cornmeal
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⅓ cup self-rising flour
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⅓ cup buttermilk (low-fat works fine)
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1 large egg
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Oil for frying (about 3 tbsp coconut oil, vegetable oil, or bacon grease)
