Dixieland Frycakes

Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
Golden, syrup-kissed grits pancakes with a rustic Southern charm
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Dixieland Frycakes

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 21.1

Description

These Dixieland Frycakes are a comforting twist on traditional pancakes, using cooked grits to create a uniquely tender and slightly grainy texture. The batter comes together quickly with boiling water, golden syrup, and flour, resulting in delicate, golden-brown cakes that are perfect for a cozy weekend brunch. They offer a warm, sweet flavor profile that pairs beautifully with extra drizzles of honey or maple syrup. While simple to prepare, these frycakes bring a homemade, nostalgic feel to any meal, making them an ideal treat for family gatherings or a quiet morning in. Serve them warm for the best experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a heatproof bowl, combine the boiling water and grits, stirring until the grits are fully moistened.
  2. Stir in the golden syrup (or honey) and set the mixture aside to cool slightly for 5 minutes.
  3. Whisk the milk into the grits mixture until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the grits mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  7. Spoon small amounts of batter into the skillet to form 3 1/2-inch pancakes, leaving space between them.
  8. Fry until the edges look set and the bottoms are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
  9. Carefully flip the frycakes using a pancake turner, as they are fragile.
  10. Cook the second side until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
  11. Transfer cooked frycakes to a plate and keep warm; repeat with remaining batter, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.
  12. Serve warm with additional syrup, preserves, or fresh fruit.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 21.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 5.5g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 2.4g
Protein 0.0g0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: grits, pancakes, frycakes, southern, breakfast, brunch, golden syrup, sweet, comfort food, homemade, skillet, dessert, traditional, dixon, easy, meal, family, rustic, warm
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