Question: what the difference between self rising cornmeal and cornmeal?
Answer: Yes there is a big difference. Self rising cornmeal (also called self rising cornmeal mix) is a blend of the dry ingredients needed to make cornbread, hoe cakes, or corn cakes. ... You need to add all purpose flour, salt, and baking powder in the right ratios with cornmeal to get a light and tender cornbread.