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Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles

Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles: A Savory Game Changer

Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles are a flavorful fusion of cornbread and spicy jalapeños, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 waffles
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Waffle Batter
  • 1 cup Cornmeal
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1.5 cups Buttermilk
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter melted and cooled
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 0.33 cup Pickled Jalapeños chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Honey optional
  • Cooking Spray or Melted Butter for greasing the waffle iron

Equipment

  • Waffle Iron

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your waffle iron to medium-high heat and grease the plates with cooking spray or melted butter.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and honey until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in cheddar cheese and jalapeños.
  5. Scoop about ¾ cup of batter into the waffle iron and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Carefully remove the waffles and serve hot with desired toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1waffleCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These waffles can be adjusted for spice level by varying the amount of jalapeños used.

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