Description
Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles are a delicious twist on traditional waffles, bringing together the heartiness of cornbread with a spicy kick from jalapeños and the rich flavor of sharp cheddar cheese. These waffles are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, making them perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Serve them with a variety of toppings or as a side to your favorite dishes for a unique culinary experience that will impress family and friends. Easy to prepare and versatile, these cornbread waffles are sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup jalapeños, diced (fresh or pickled)
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk until blended.
- In another bowl, beat together eggs, milk, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and diced jalapeños.
- Lightly grease the waffle maker if necessary, pour batter onto it according to your model’s instructions, and cook until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with toppings of your choice like butter or salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg