Cornmeal Belgian Waffles with Hot Sauce & Cheese
Savory and slightly crunchy cornmeal waffles topped with melted cheese and a spicy kick of hot sauce — a bold breakfast with Southern flair.
Nutrition
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| 1 cup | 240 ml | cornmeal |
| 1 cup | 240 ml | all-purpose flour |
| 1 tbsp | 15 ml | sugar |
| 1 tsp | 5 ml | baking powder |
| 1/2 tsp | 2.5 ml | salt |
| 2 | eggs | |
| 1¾ cup | 420 ml | milk |
| 1/4 cup | 60 ml | melted butter |
| for topping | shredded cheddar cheese | |
| for topping | hot sauce |
Instructions
Total Time: 35 minutes (Prep: 15 min, Cook: 20 min). Yield: 4 waffles. Servings: 4.
Per Serving: ~420 cal, 15g protein, 14g fat, 48g carbs, 3g fiber.
Ingredients Dry: 1 cup cornmeal, 1 cup flour, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, ½ tsp salt. Wet: 2 eggs, 1¾ cups milk, ¼ cup melted butter. Toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, hot sauce.
Instructions
- Preheat waffle iron.
- Mix dry ingredients.
- Whisk eggs, milk, butter.
- Combine wet and dry.
- Cook waffles until golden and firm, 5–6 mins.
- Top immediately with cheese and hot sauce.
Pro Tips
- Substitute pepper jack for spicier cheese.
- Add chopped jalapeños to batter for extra heat.
- Store cooked waffles in fridge for 3 days.
Did You Know? Cornmeal is naturally gluten-free and a great source of fiber and antioxidants.
From: Smart, Laura. 50 Belgian Waffle Recipes for Breakfast: Golden, Fluffy, and Irresistible Creations Featuring Sweet & Savory Variations, Classic Brunch Favorites, and ... Collection | Cookbook for Everyone) (p. 16). (Function). Kindle Edition.