Description

These Spicy Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles are a bold, savory breakfast idea with crisp edges, a tender cornbread center, melty cheddar, and a warm jalapeño kick. They are an easy recipe for brunch, quick breakfast, breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, and comfort food cravings when you want something hearty, cheesy, and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

1 cup yellow cornmeal

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 large eggs

1 1/4 cups buttermilk

1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

2 fresh jalapeños, finely diced

2 tablespoons sliced green onions

extra sliced jalapeños for topping

extra green onions for topping

hot honey for serving

sour cream for serving

butter for serving

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Instructions

1. Preheat the waffle iron and lightly grease it with nonstick spray or oil.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vegetable oil until smooth.

4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.

5. Fold in the shredded cheddar, diced jalapeños, and sliced green onions.

6. Scoop the batter into the hot waffle iron and spread lightly if needed.

7. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes, or until the waffles are golden, crisp, and cooked through.

8. Transfer cooked waffles to a wire rack or warm oven while finishing the remaining batter.

9. Serve warm with extra jalapeños, green onions, hot honey, sour cream, or butter.

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheddar for better melting and stronger flavor.

For milder waffles, remove the jalapeño seeds and membranes before dicing.

Keep finished waffles on a wire rack instead of stacking so they stay crisp.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Waffle Iron
Cuisine: American Southern-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 waffle
Calories: 320
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 510mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 85mg