Jonnycake, also known as journey cake, is a type of cornmeal flatbread that originated in America. It is known by various other names in different regions, such as ashcake, corn pone, hoecake, and johnny bread. Hoecake is a popular name in the Southern United States, while corn pone is commonly used in the Appalachian region. Ashcake, as the name suggests, was traditionally made by baking the cornmeal on hot ashes. Johnny bread is a popular name in the Northeastern United States and is sometimes flavored with molasses or maple syrup. Regardless of the name, jonnycake remains a popular and delicious comfort food in American culture.