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A golden-brown cornbread waffle topped with melted cheddar cheese and sliced jalapeños, served on a rustic white plate with a drizzle of honey, garnished with fresh cilantro, highlighting crispy edges, vibrant green jalapeños, and gooey cheese textures.

Spicy Cheddar Jalapeño Cornbread Waffles

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A flavorful, spicy cornbread waffle infused with jalapeños and sharp cheddar, crispy on the outside, tender inside, ideal for breakfast or brunch.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 waffles

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 jalapeños, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your waffle iron.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry and mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and chopped jalapeños.
  6. Pour batter into the waffle iron and cook until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Serve hot with optional toppings like additional cheese or cilantro.

Notes

  • Adjust jalapeño quantity for desired spice level.
  • Can be made gluten-free with gluten-free cornmeal.
  • Best enjoyed fresh and crispy.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Mix and cook in waffle iron
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 waffle
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg