Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles: Easy Upscale Comfort Food
Deliciously savory and slightly spicy, these Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles are a unique twist on a classic comfort food. Perfect for brunch or a side dish!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 jalapeños, finely chopped
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped jalapeños.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and melted butter.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Spoon the batter onto the preheated waffle iron and cook until golden brown.
- Serve warm with butter and syrup or enjoy as is.
Notes
- For extra heat, leave the seeds in the jalapeños.
- These waffles can be made ahead and reheated in a toaster.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 waffles
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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