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Cornbread Waffles

Cornbread Waffles deliver a crisp, golden exterior with a tender, buttery crumb and a gentle tang from buttermilk. Light paprika adds a subtle warmth that complements the classic corn flavor. Serve hot for breakfast with honey or syrup, or alongside chili or fried chicken for a fun twist on a favorite side.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Cornbread Waffles
  1. 1

    Preheat the waffle iron and lightly grease it as directed by the manufacturer.

  2. 2

    Whisk the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and paprika together in a bowl. In a separate bowl, stir the buttermilk, butter, and egg together; stir this into the flour mixture until the batter is just combined.

  3. 3

    Ladle 1/2 to 3/4 cup of batter onto the preheated waffle iron; cook the waffle following the manufacturer's directions until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Repeat with the remaining batter.

About This Recipe

Cornbread Waffles is a Soul Food breakfast recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, and Butter. Each serving provides about 396.62 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Cornbread Waffles?
It is a Soul Food waffle recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for breakfast or side dish or snack.
What is Cornbread Waffles made of?
The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Butter, Buttermilk. The full list of 9 is above.
How long does it take to make Cornbread Waffles?
About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 396.62 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Cornbread Waffles easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 3 steps.

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