Johnny's Jacks

Light, fluffy, and packed with rustic charm, Johnny's Jacks are the ultimate homemade cornmeal pancakes that perfectly balance sweet and savory. Made with a blend of cornmeal and all-purpose flour, a hint of sugar, and a touch of ground paprika for those who love a little kick, these golden cakes bring a hearty, Southern-inspired flavor to your table. The batter, enriched with creamy buttermilk and melted butter, cooks up beautifully in a skillet for a crisp, golden exterior and tender interior. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even as a side to savory mains like chili. Serve them warm with a drizzle of honey or a pat of butter for an irresistibly comforting treat. Keywords: cornmeal pancakes, Johnny's Jacks recipe, easy pancake recipe, Southern-style pancakes, homemade breakfast.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika (optional)
• 1.25 cups buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil or butter (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and ground paprika (if using).

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until well combined.

Step 3

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or whisk until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter can have slight lumps.

Step 4

Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a thin layer of oil or butter and let it heat until shimmering but not smoking.

Step 5

Spoon about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Use the back of the spoon to gently spread the batter into a circle if needed.

Step 6

Cook for 2–3 minutes, or until small bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Flip the pancake with a spatula and cook the other side for an additional 1–2 minutes, until golden brown.

Step 7

Remove the pancakes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil or butter to the skillet as needed.

Step 8

Serve Johnny's Jacks warm with butter and honey, or enjoy them alongside savory dishes like chili or scrambled eggs.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(685.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1630.1

Total Fat 63.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.6g
Cholesterol 315.1mg	0%
Sodium 2076.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 29.0g
Protein 37.2g	0%

Vitamin D 212.4IU	0%
Calcium 397.4mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 863.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.5%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 56.6%