Sweetheart Cornbread are flapjacks cut into a heart shape. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or anytime. Flapjacks are light, fluffy and look like pancakes.
Quick and easy to make. Sugar is an optional ingredient.
I used a heart-shaped cookie cutter to create the “sweetheart” shape.
This recipe is very versatile. Consider adding blueberries, corn kernels, chopped pepperoni slices or crumbled bacon to the cornbread batter.
How To Read & Follow A Recipe
Reading a recipe is an important life skill. It starts with knowing how to read a recipe’s ingredients, follow the instructions, prep ingredients, and knowing what equipment to use.
The following tips and strategies will help beginners or experienced cooks create a delicious dish as intended in the recipe.
Start with clean hands and organized kitchen. Wash hands thoroughly. Make sure kitchen and countertops are clean before making a recipe.
Create a relaxing environment. Play favorite music while in the kitchen. I love listening to classical or gospel music.
Read the recipe. Don’t just quickly skim it. Thoroughly read from start to finish. Visualize doing each step which will help you avoid missing a step.
If you see ingredient that you and your family don’t use for whatever reason, use a substitutions or omit the ingredient.
My recipes are packed with helpful tips like shortcuts and serving sizes which save time time and help with meal planning.
Pay attention to the order in which ingredients are prepped. For example, 1 cup of chopped pecans is not the same as pecans, chopped (measure whole pecans and then chop).
Know the assumptions. For example, when my recipe calls for “sugar,” use granulated sugar. If brown sugar is an ingredient, it will be written as such in the recipe.
Figure out the timing. Check the listed “prep time” and “total time” to be sure you have enough time to complete the recipe.
Look for hints, such as the words “meanwhile” or “at the same time,” which indicate two or more steps can happen simultaneously.
For example, my prep time doesn’t include bringing cold butter up to room temperature. Be sure to include in your timetable.
Watch Recipe Videos. If you’re a visual learner (like me), watch recipe videos. Perfect for when you’re learning a new skill or just want to see how a recipe is made.
Mise en place is a super time saver. This French cooking term translates as “putting in place.” It means prepping/measuring ingredients and chopping food before you start cooking. It’s the perfect way to get organized and avoid missing an ingredient or missing a step in the instructions.
Organize your tools and kitchen equipment. Mise en place isn’t just for ingredients. Before starting, make sure you have parchment paper, aluminum foil, measuring cups, measuring spoons, the right pans, mixing bowls, and other equipment.
Make notes in your recipe. Note any special prep instructions and highlight cooking times. Make note of ingredients omitted, favorite substitutions and creative twists. The notes will be very helpful the next time you make this recipe.
Enjoy!
| Prep Time | 12 minutes |
| Cook Time | 6 minutes |
| Servings |
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- 1 cup self-rising white cornmeal mix
- 1/2 cup self-rising flour See recipe notes for all-purpose flour.
- 2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
- 2 tablespoons bacon drippings
- 2 eggs, beaten Medium or large size.
- 1 cup buttermilk
- vegetable oil for frying
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- In a large bowl, combine cornmeal mix, flour, sugar (if using), bacon drippings, eggs, and buttermilk.
- Stir until mixture is pourable. Small lumps okay. Set aside.
- Add a 2-1/2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to a 10" cast iron skillet or other cookware. Preheat until oil sizzles. NOT smoking.
- Stir batter. Drop in 3 tablespoons of batter to form flapjacks. If desired, add more batter to make a larger size.
- Cook on low-medium heat until sides are slightly dry and top is bubbly. Flip over.
- Cook 2-3 more minutes OR until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot. Excellent with butter, honey (or maple syrup).
How to substitute 1 cup of all purpose flour for 1 cup of self-rising flour... INGREDIENTS 1 cup of all-purpose flour 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt INSTRUCTIONS Sift together in a medium sized bowl. Use 1/2 cup for this recipe. Store remainder in a zippered bag. Refrigerate until ready to use. ==================== Serving Suggestion If desired, use a cookie cutter (preferred design) to cut each flapjack into a pretty shape. For example, I used a heart shape for Valentine's Day. [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVP1NjIR9oU[/embedyt]