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Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles

Crispy savory waffles made with cornmeal, sharp cheddar cheese, and jalapeños for a bold twist on classic cornbread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 waffles
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar or honey
  • 2 eggs large
  • 1.5 cups buttermilk
  • 0.33 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 jalapeños finely diced

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Waffle iron
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat waffle iron and grease lightly.
  2. Whisk dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk wet ingredients in a separate bowl.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients gently.
  5. Fold in cheddar cheese and jalapeños.
  6. Cook batter in waffle iron until golden and crisp.

Notes

Adjust jalapeños for heat preference. Serve warm.