George Washington's Morning Corn Cakes
Start your day the historical way with George Washington's Morning Corn Cakes, a timeless breakfast recipe rooted in simplicity and heartiness. These golden, skillet-cooked cakes combine the rustic charm of cornmeal with the balanced fluffiness of all-purpose flour, lightly sweetened with a touch of sugar. Perfected with a quick batter of milk, eggs, and melted butter, these corn cakes are cooked to golden-brown perfection in just minutes, making them an ideal option for busy mornings. Enjoy them warm with butter, honey, or fruit preserves for a cozy taste of 18th-century America that’s both nostalgic and delicious. With just 10 minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples, this easy cornmeal breakfast recipe will quickly become a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1.75 cups Whole milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon Butter or oil (for greasing skillet)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, and melted butter until well combined.
Step 3
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be thick but pourable.
Step 4
Heat a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil.
Step 5
Using a ladle or measuring cup, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each cake. Spread slightly to form a circle.
Step 6
Cook the corn cakes until bubbles form on the surface and the edges begin to set (about 2-3 minutes). Flip carefully and cook the other side until golden brown (about 2 minutes).
Step 7
Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the skillet as needed.
Step 8
Serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite preserves. Enjoy a taste of history!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1136.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2830.6 |
| Total Fat 86.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 42.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 547.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2048.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 456.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 48.6g | |
| Protein 67.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 279.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 617.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1487.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories