Jonnycakes, also known as journey cakes or hoe cakes, are a type of cornmeal-based flatbread traditionally made in the Southern United States. These cakes were a staple food for early American settlers and were easy to make while on long journeys. Similar dishes to Jonnycakes are grits, polenta, and cornbread. Grits are made by boiling cornmeal, polenta is boiled with various grains, and cornbread is baked. Other synonyms that can be used for Jonnycakes include hoecakes, ashcakes, and corn dodgers, all of which are variations of this simple and nutritious flatbread. Jonnycakes are versatile and can be eaten with butter, honey, syrup, or other delicious toppings.