Griddle Corn Cakes USDA Recipe for Child Care Centers

Age Group: Ages 6-18
Serving Size: 25-50
Deliciously sweet and savory, these griddle corn cakes are a tasty option for breakfast or lunch.
CACFP CREDITING INFORMATION
1 corn cake provides 2 oz eq grains.
SOURCE
USDA Standardized Recipes Project - 2024
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes

Instructions
 

  • Whisk cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, rosemary, and sage together in a large mixing bowl.
  • Whisk buttermilk, oil, eggs, and water together in a separate bowl.
  • Add the buttermilk mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth. The mixture will be thick; do not add more buttermilk.
  • Heat a griddle or tilt skillet to medium heat, and spray with a pan release spray.
  • Using a ⅓ cup dry measuring cup or No. 12 scoop, portion batter onto the hot griddle, flattening corn cakes as needed to make 4 ½ inch circles.
  • Cook until edges are set, and bubbles develop on the surface, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Using a thin, wide spatula, flip the corn cakes. Continue to cook second side for 1 to 2 minutes, until golden brown.
    Critical Control Point:
    Heat to 165 °F for at least 15 seconds.
  • Transfer corn cakes to a pan for hot holding.
    Critical Control Point:
    Hold for hot service at 135 °F or higher.
  • Hold hot until service. Serve 1 corn cake.

Nutrition INFORMATION

Griddle Corn Cakes USDA Recipe for Child Care Centers
Amount Per Serving
 
0 1 corn cake
Calories
220
Total Fat
 
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Cholesterol
 
18
mg
6
%
Sodium
 
265
mg
12
%
Total Carbohydrate
 
28
g
9
%
Dietary Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Total Sugars
 
3
g
3
%
Added Sugars included
 
10000
g
Protein
 
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
 
91
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
 
0
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
84
mg
8
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
N/A=data not available
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Notes

Cooking Process #2: Same Day Service.
Suggest serving with sour cream or corn salsa, and 1 oz smoked salmon slices.
The food safety temperatures are based on the FDA Food Code. Some information included may be different in your state. Always check with your local regulatory authority (health department) or sponsoring organization (sponsor) for guidance on current food safety requirements in your operation
Yield / Volume
25 Servings:
About 4 lbs 4 oz of batter
About 25 corn cakes/1 steam table pan (12” x 20” x 2 ½”).
50 Servings:
About 8 lbs 8 oz of batter
About 50 corn cakes/2 steam table pans (12” x 20” x 2 ½”).