Spicy Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles
Spicy Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles are a flavorful twist on traditional cornbread, blending sweet corn, zesty jalapeños, and bold cheddar cheese into a delightful waffle form. Perfect for breakfast or as a side dish, these waffles offer crispy edges and a soft, fluffy center that will impress your family and friends. Whether drizzled with maple syrup or served with sour cream, they are sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 (makes about 4 waffles) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup medium-ground cornmeal
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 fresh jalapeños, finely diced
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine milk, eggs, and melted butter; whisk until smooth.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in cheddar cheese and jalapeños.
- Pour batter onto the preheated waffle iron; cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with toppings of choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg