Cornbread waffles are a Southern-inspired twist that brings together comfort food and creativity in the best possible way. They combine the crispy edges and soft, fluffy texture of waffles with the sweet, savory flavor of traditional cornbread. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, these waffles are as versatile as they are delicious.
The batter starts with the basics: cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, eggs, milk, and melted butter. You can make them sweet or savory depending on your mood. For a sweeter version, add a bit of honey or maple syrup to the mix. For something savory, throw in shredded cheese, green onions, or even bits of crispy bacon. Once the batter is ready, pour it onto a hot waffle iron and let the magic happen. In just a few minutes, you’ll have golden, perfectly crisp waffles that smell like home.
What makes cornbread waffles so fun is how many ways you can serve them. If you’re craving something hearty, top them with fried chicken and drizzle on some hot honey or maple syrup. The combination of crispy chicken and slightly sweet waffle is pure comfort food heaven. For a lighter take, serve them with scrambled eggs, sautéed greens, or avocado slices. They also pair wonderfully with chili or pulled pork for a cozy dinner idea that feels special without extra fuss.
Leftover waffles can be reheated in the toaster or oven, staying crisp on the outside and soft inside. They even freeze well, which makes them a great make-ahead option for busy mornings.
Cornbread waffles bring a bit of southern charm to any table and are guaranteed to impress both family and guests. Whether you’re planning a brunch gathering or simply want to upgrade your weeknight dinner, these waffles will hit the spot. They’re easy to make, full of flavor, and endlessly adaptable. So dust off that waffle iron and give this recipe a try, you might just find your new favorite way to enjoy cornbread.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Spoon the batter onto the prepared waffle iron and cook until crisp and golden brown, approximately 4-5 minutes.
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LOL, this was a disaster for me. Can’t even describe how they turned out!
Super easy and my kids love them! Great weekend breakfast.
For the first time ever, my waffles didn’t stick! Thanks for this recipe!
Yummm! I put syrup on mine and it was amazinggg! 👏🍯
Can you use water instead of milk? Asking for a friend.
I think using water would make them too dry and not as tasty! Milk adds flavor, you know.
Why not? Water is just fine, just less creamy! I’ve done that before and it turned out OK.
I like waffles, but this one seems strange. Corn? Really? No thanks.
Nice idea, but my grandma’s cornbread is way better. Just sayin’.
I made these but they turned out doughy. I don’t know what went wrong.
Mmm… cornmeal is yummy. But waffles should be crispy, not soggy. Huh.
These waffles are a game changer! So much flavor!
I tried these but they turned out too dry. Maybe I mixed it wrong? 🤔
Tried this and the taste was ok but they looked burnt. Whoops!
Cornbread waffles? Never thought of this! So creative! 🥰
Great recipe but I added some corn kernels for extra crunch. Yum!
Good recipe but I think it needs more sugar. Not sweet enough for my taste.
These cornbread waffles are so good! Fluffy and sweet. My kids loved them!
Really easy to make! Even I could do it and I’m not the best cook!
Waffles?! I thought this was a cornbread recipe? Confused. 🤷♂️
Waffles made from cornmeal? Seems kinda bizarre, not sure if I’d like that…
Yeah, I was confused too at first! But it’s actually cornbread waffles, which sounds really interesting!