Description
Cornbread Waffle Bites offer a delightful twist on the traditional Southern cornbread by cooking it in a waffle iron, creating crispy, golden-brown bite-sized treats perfect for snacks or appetizers. These savory bites are made with a simple batter featuring cornmeal, flour, and optional add-ins like jalapeños and herbs for extra flavor.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar (optional)
Optional Add-Ins
- 1-2 jalapeños, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon mixed fresh herbs, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs with milk, melted butter, and honey or sugar until combined. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in optional jalapeños and herbs if using.
- Preheat Waffle Iron: Heat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions until hot and ready for batter.
- Cook the Waffle Bites: Lightly grease the waffle iron. Pour small portions of the batter to create bite-sized waffles. Cook each batch for 3-5 minutes or until the waffle bites are golden brown and crispy.
- Cool and Store: Remove waffle bites carefully and place on a wire rack to cool completely before storing. This ensures they retain crispness when reheated.
- Reheat: To enjoy later, reheat cornbread waffle bites in a toaster, toaster oven, or baked in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes until warm and crispy again.
- Freeze for Longer Storage: Arrange cooled waffle bites in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes.
Notes
- For added heat, include finely chopped jalapeños in the batter.
- Fresh herbs like chives, parsley, or thyme add bright flavor—feel free to mix and match.
- Ensure waffle bites cool completely on a wire rack before storing to maintain crispiness.
- These waffle bites make a great snack or side dish paired with dips or soups.
- Use gluten-free flour blend to adapt for gluten-free diets.
