Description
Fluffy and crispy Cheddar Cornbread Waffles made with a perfect blend of cornmeal, cheddar cheese, and buttermilk. These waffles combine the savory flavors of cornbread with the light texture of a waffle, making them an excellent choice for breakfast, brunch, or a side dish.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup club soda
- â…“ cup canola oil
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Mix: Sift together the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl to evenly combine and aerate the mixture. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese to distribute it throughout the dry ingredients.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the three large eggs. Add the buttermilk, club soda, and canola oil, mixing gently to blend these wet ingredients well.
- Mix the Batter: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently just until combined. Do not overmix to keep the waffles light and tender.
- Preheat and Prepare Waffle Iron: Spray the waffle iron with cooking spray thoroughly to prevent sticking. Preheat the waffle iron according to manufacturer’s instructions.
- Cook Waffles: Spoon the batter onto the hot waffle iron, spreading slightly if needed. Cook each waffle for 3-5 minutes or until they turn crisp and golden brown and are fully cooked inside.
- Keep Warm: Transfer cooked waffles to a baking sheet and keep them warm and crisp in an oven set to 200°F, uncovered, until all waffles are cooked and ready to serve.
- Storage and Reheating: Freeze any leftover waffles in zip-top freezer bags. Reheat the frozen waffles in an oven or toaster oven until heated through and crisp before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the waffles light and fluffy.
- Using club soda adds a light and airy texture to the waffles.
- Cook waffles until crisp for the best texture.
- Leftover waffles freeze well and can be reheated easily in an oven or toaster oven.
- For a more intense cheddar flavor, use sharp cheddar cheese.
