In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of cornmeal, ½ cup of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Whisk thoroughly until well-blended.

Create a well in the center of your dry mixture. In a separate bowl, beat one egg and add 1 cup of water. Pour this mixture into the well, stirring gently until just combined.

Place a cast-iron skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Once hot, add 2 tablespoons of butter, letting it melt and coat the skillet evenly.

Ladle approximately ¼ cup of batter into the skillet for each hoecake. Cook for 3-5 minutes until golden brown on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.

Remove the hoecakes from the skillet and transfer to a warming plate. Serve immediately topped with your favorite options like butter, honey, or fruit preserves.