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Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles

Crispy cornbread waffles loaded with sharp cheddar cheese and spicy jalapeños, perfect for savory or sweet toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 waffles
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Waffle iron
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Preheat waffle iron and lightly grease.
  2. Whisk dry ingredients together in a bowl.
  3. Whisk eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter separately.
  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 jalapeño amount to control spice level.