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Stack of homemade cornbread waffles on a white kitchen counter with a rustic, cozy feel.

Cornbread Waffles

Crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside cornbread waffles ; the perfect Southern comfort food for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.
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Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: Southern, American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Batter Rest: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 waffles
Calories: 280kcal
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • 1 Waffle maker
  • Mixing bowls
  • 1 Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 Non-stick Spray or Butter for Greasing

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup Yellow cornmeal Authentic cornbread flavor and texture
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Creates fluffy structure
  • ¼ cup Granulated sugar Balances the corn
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder Ensures maximum fluffiness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances all flavors

Wet Ingredients & Mix-ins

  • 1 cup Buttermilk Tender, moist waffles with tangy flavor
  • ⅓ cup Melted butter Adds richness and crispy edges
  • 2 large Eggs Bind everything together
  • 2 tablespoon Honey optional, for extra sweetness

Instructions

  • Preheat waffle maker according to manufacturer instructions.
  • Whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  • In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and honey.
  • Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold until combined.
  • Let batter rest for 5 minutes.
  • Grease waffle maker with butter or spray.
  • Pour batter into waffle maker and cook 4–5 minutes until golden brown.
  • Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 150g | Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 390mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 1.7mg