Description
These Cheddar Cornbread Waffles combine the hearty flavors of classic cornbread with sharp cheddar cheese, cooked to golden perfection in a waffle maker. Crisp on the outside and tender inside, they’re perfect for topping with warm chili, sour cream, extra cheese, and fresh cilantro for a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 2 teaspoons granulated white sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
Toppings
- 5 cups chunky chili
- Sour cream
- Extra cheddar cheese
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to combine all the dry ingredients evenly.
- Prepare wet ingredients: In a smaller bowl, whisk the buttermilk and eggs together until smooth and well blended.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the buttermilk and egg mixture to the dry ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should remain a bit shaggy rather than smooth.
- Add butter and cheese: Fold the melted butter and shredded cheddar cheese into the batter carefully to incorporate without overmixing the batter.
- Preheat waffle maker: Heat your waffle iron on a higher setting (adjust depending on your waffle maker) and grease the surface to prevent sticking.
- Cook waffles: Pour approximately 3/4 cup of batter onto the waffle iron for large Belgian-style waffles, or 1/2 cup for thinner waffles. Close the lid and cook until the waffles are browned, crispy on the outside, and cooked through.
- Serve with toppings: Top the freshly cooked waffles with hot chunky chili, a dollop of sour cream, extra shredded cheddar, and a sprinkle of cilantro for a flavorful finish.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately while warm and savor the delicious combination of cheesy cornbread waffles with chili and toppings.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure the waffles remain tender and fluffy.
- Adjust waffle cook time based on your waffle iron model; some may cook faster or slower.
- Using sharp cheddar cheese adds a bold flavor but feel free to experiment with your favorite cheeses.
- These waffles pair wonderfully with a variety of toppings such as jalapeños or avocado for extra flavor.
- Leftover waffles can be reheated in a toaster or oven to preserve crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American