Johnnycake: meaning, definitions and examples
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johnnycake
[ ˈdʒɒniˌkeɪk ]
food, pastry
Johnnycake is a type of cornmeal flatbread or pancake that is traditionally associated with American cuisine, particularly in the New England and Southern regions. It is made from cornmeal, water, and salt, and can be baked, fried, or grilled. The texture is somewhat similar to cornbread but typically thinner and more versatile. Johnnycakes can be served as a side dish or used as a base for toppings such as butter, syrup, or savory ingredients.
Synonyms
corn pancake, cornbread, cornmeal cake.
Examples of usage
- I made some fresh johnnycakes for breakfast.
- She topped her johnnycake with honey and berries.
- In many Southern homes, johnnycake is a staple dish.
Translations
Translations of the word "johnnycake" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pão de milho
🇮🇳 जॉनीकेक
🇩🇪 Johnnycake
🇮🇩 kue jagung
🇺🇦 джоннікейк
🇵🇱 ciasto kukurydziane
🇯🇵 ジョニケーキ
🇫🇷 johnnycake
🇪🇸 pastel de maíz
🇹🇷 mısır keki
🇰🇷 존니케이크
🇸🇦 كعكة الذرة
🇨🇿 kukuřičný koláč
🇸🇰 kukuričný koláč
🇨🇳 玉米蛋糕
🇸🇮 koruzni kolač
🇮🇸 maískökur
🇰🇿 жүгері торт
🇬🇪 ყავის ნამცხვარი
🇦🇿 mısır tortu
🇲🇽 pastel de maíz
Etymology
The term 'johnnycake' originates from the word 'journey cake', which referred to a type of flatbread that was easy to transport and did not spoil quickly, making it ideal for travelers. The word 'johnny' may have derived from the children's name Johnny, but its exact origin is unclear. It became popular in early American colonial times, primarily among Native American tribes and later among settlers who adapted indigenous food practices. The recipe spread and evolved, reflecting regional tastes and available ingredients, leading to variations across the United States, especially in areas where corn was a staple crop. Johnnycakes are often connected to historical accounts of early American culinary traditions, representing a fusion of Native American and European cooking techniques.