Name: Cornbread Waffles
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 large waffles
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup yellow cornmeal; 2 teaspoons granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 cups buttermilk; 2 eggs; 1/4 cup light oil (such as canola, avocado, or vegetable)

TheseCornbread Wafflesare such an easy “breakfast for dinner” idea! They have a nice crunch on the outside with a soft, slightly crumbly inside. These waffles are a fun remix of the traditional savory cornbread that goes great with chili, barbecue, or just a swipe of simple honey butter.

You know that feeling when you put two random things together and suddenly realize a genius new creation?You know what I’m talking about…Maybe for you it was dipping French fries in a milkshake, or putting peanut butter on Oreo cookies. It’s those unexpected combinations that are often the most fun — and delicious! Well, friends, these cornbread waffles might just be your new favorite creative combo. They are so delicious, so easy, and so versatile.

You can make them to go along with a comfort food dinner,topping them with your favoritechiliand cheese,pulled porkwith slaw and beans, or a slew oftacoingredients.They pretty much go with all the things and hold up super well to bold flavors. You can also treat them like traditional waffles and dress them with a simple spread of honey butter or maple syrup.Basically, these guys can do it all, and you are going to love making (and eating) them!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Versatile:You can eat them for breakfast with maple syrup or honey, or you can serve them with all kinds of savory toppings like chili, pulled pork, taco toppings. You could even eat them as a side dish.
Texture:Anyone else just love the texture of cornbread? And as waffles, they have a satisfyingly crisp exterior with the crumbly interior with all that yummy cornmeal goodness.
Quick and Easy:This waffle batter comes together in no time and cooking them takes only a few minutes in the waffle iron. And, honestly, they freeze well so you could pull some frozen cornbread waffles and chili or pulled pork or taco meat and have a yummy, filling meal in no time.

Ingredients

All-Purpose Flour
Yellow Cornmeal
Granulated Sugar
Baking Powder
Baking Soda
Salt
Buttermilk
Eggs
Light Oil:Something neutral tasting such as canola, avocado, or vegetable

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities

How to Make Cornbread Waffles

Step #1.Heat up your waffles iron. In a large bowl, combine all the dry ingredients, then make a well in the middle.

Step #3.Add batter to the waffle iron and cook according to manufacturer instructions. When the waffles are done cooking, place them on a cooling rack. (Make sure they don’t overlap or they will steam and get soggy.)

Step #2.Into the well, add the buttermilk, eggs, and oil. Whisk to combine.

Step #4.Serve them topped with your favorite toppings – savory or sweet!

Recipe FAQs

Can you use butter instead of oil in cornbread waffles?

Melted butter burns a lot easier than oil does, so I wouldn’t recommend using it to make waffles. I like using a nice, light oil, like avocado, canola, or vegetable. They’re not overpowering, but they keep the insides of the waffles moist.

How do you store leftover cornbread waffles?

When you’re done making a batch of cornbread waffles, let them cool completely on a wire rack (being careful to not stack them, which makes them soggy). After they’ve cooled, keep them in a plastic sealable bag or airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. To reheat, put them on a cookie sheet in a 350 degree F. oven for 7 to 10 minutes, or until hot.

How do you know when cornbread waffles are done cooking?

Every waffle iron is a little different and has its own way to signify that the waffles are done. Many have a light that turns on or a beep that sounds when the batter is done cooking. If you have an older waffle maker that doesn’t have a way to communicate it’s done cooking, keep an eye on the steam. When steam stops coming out the sides of the maker, it’s generally done cooking.

Expert Tips

Even if your waffle iron is non-stick,it’s really helpful to use a little non-stick spray or brush it with a little oil in between each waffleto keep them from sticking.
If you don’t have any buttermilkon hand, add a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to a 1 cup measuring cup then fill the rest of it with milk.
If you’re cooking multiple batches of waffles,keep the cooked ones warm in a low oven (around 200°F or 95°C) while you finish cooking the rest. You can place them right on the rack, just make sure not to overlap them so they stay crisp.
Try not to open the waffle iron too soon.Watch for the steam to stop coming out of the side so you know they are done.