Description
Enjoy the perfect blend of sweet and savory with Honey Butter Cornbread Waffles topped with warm, hearty chili. A comfort food favorite that’s great for brunch, dinner, or a special treat!
Ingredients
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For the Cornbread Waffles:
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Toppings:
- 1 cup cooked chili (beef or turkey)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Waffle Iron
- Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Step 2: Prepare the Batter
- In a medium bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in sweet corn kernels and shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 3: Cook the Waffles
- Grease the waffle iron with cooking spray or melted butter.
- Pour the batter into the waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions, or until the waffles are golden brown and crispy.
Step 4: Warm the Chili
- Heat the cooked chili in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through.
Step 5: Assemble the Waffles
- Spread softened butter over each waffle and drizzle with honey.
- Top each waffle with a generous scoop of warm chili.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional cheese or green onions, if desired.
Notes
- Make It Spicy: Add diced jalapeños to the waffle batter or sprinkle chili flakes over the waffles.
- Vegetarian Option: Use vegetarian chili or black bean chili as a topping.
- Storage: Store leftover waffles in an airtight container and reheat in a toaster for crispiness.
