Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles: Best with Turkey Bacon Delight
Deliciously savory and spicy, these Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles are perfect for breakfast or brunch, especially when paired with turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle Iron
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced jalapeños
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in cheddar cheese, jalapeños, and scallions.
- Spray the waffle iron with cooking spray and pour the batter into the iron, cooking according to the instructions until golden brown.
- Serve hot with turkey bacon and enjoy!
Notes
- For spicier waffles, use more jalapeños or add some chopped chili peppers.
- These waffles can also be made ahead and frozen for a quick breakfast option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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