Cornbread Waffle Bites with Smoked Gouda and Honey
Delightful fusion of flavors with warm, crispy cornbread waffles infused with smoked Gouda cheese and drizzled with honey, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Servings: 6 pieces
Calories: 175kcal
Ingredients
Waffle Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice) Use milk mixed with lemon juice as a substitute.
- 1 cup cornmeal Earthy and nutty flavor.
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar Adds a hint of sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder Provides lift to the waffles.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors.
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted Adds richness.
- 1 large egg Binds the mixture.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Creates perfect texture.
- 1 cup smoked Gouda cheese, shredded Introduces creamy, smoky flavor.
- 1/4 cup honey Natural sweetener for topping.
- Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional) For color and herbal notes.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk to ensure even mixing.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, and egg until well combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined; lumps are okay.
Cooking
- Lightly grease the waffle iron with oil or cooking spray.
- Pour in 1 to 2 tablespoons of batter into each waffle section.
- Cook for approximately 3 to 4 minutes or until the waffles are golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a wire rack.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). On a baking sheet, sprinkle shredded smoked Gouda cheese on the baked waffles.
- Bake for 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese melts.
Serving
- Drizzle each waffle with honey and sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
Don't overmix the batter for light and fluffy waffles. Experiment with different cheeses for variety. You can prepare the batter the night before and refrigerate it.