Description
Crispy on the outside, tender and cheesy inside, these Spicy Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles are the bold breakfast twist you didn’t know you needed. Perfect for a quick breakfast, brunch, or even dinner ideas, these easy waffles deliver a spicy kick from fresh jalapeños balanced with creamy cheddar and a cornbread base that’s golden and comforting. Whether you’re serving them with eggs, pulled pork, or hot honey, they’re a versatile, crowd-pleasing food idea that’s quick to make and satisfying to eat.
Ingredients
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
1/4 cup melted butter
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 to 2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeños
Instructions
1. Preheat your waffle iron to medium-high and lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and garlic powder.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then stir in buttermilk and melted butter until smooth.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir just until combined.
5. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and chopped jalapeños.
6. Scoop batter into the waffle iron and cook until golden and crisp, about 4-6 minutes.
7. Serve hot with desired toppings like extra cheese, scallions, or hot sauce.
Notes
For extra heat, keep the jalapeño seeds in or add a dash of cayenne.
Reheat in a toaster or oven for best crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle Iron
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: spicy waffles, cheddar waffles, jalapeño waffles, cornbread waffles, savory breakfast