Description
Cornbread Waffle Bites with Smoked Gouda and Honey offer a delicious twist on traditional cornbread, combining savory, smoky, and sweet elements in every bite. Perfect for a snack or as a side dish, these mini waffles are a flavorful blend of fluffy cornbread, melted gouda cheese, and a drizzle of honey.
Ingredients
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
2 large eggs
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup smoked gouda cheese, shredded
Honey, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded smoked gouda cheese.
- Lightly grease the waffle iron with cooking spray or butter.
- Pour the cornbread batter into the waffle iron, filling it about halfway. Close the waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually about 3–5 minutes or until golden brown.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the waffle bites and drizzle them with honey.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper or finely chopped jalapeños to the batter.
- Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or Monterey Jack for a different flavor profile.
- For extra texture and sweetness, add sweet corn kernels to the batter.
- For a sweeter option, glaze the waffle bites with honey and cinnamon or a light maple syrup drizzle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Category: Snack, Side dish
- Method: Waffle iron
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
