Description
Delight in these crispy and golden Cornbread Waffle Bites, perfectly complemented by a luscious honey butter syrup. Made with simple ingredients like cornbread mix, buttermilk, and eggs, and optionally enhanced with cheddar cheese and crispy bacon, these bite-sized waffles make a perfect savory-sweet treat for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
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Waffle Bites
- 1 cup cornbread mix
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Honey Butter Syrup
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle maker: Preheat your waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure even cooking and a crispy texture.
- Mix the batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the cornbread mix, buttermilk, and egg. Stir well until the batter is smooth and fully incorporated.
- Add optional ingredients: If desired, gently fold in shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon to add savory flavor and texture to the batter.
- Cook the waffle bites: Lightly grease the preheated waffle maker. Pour the batter onto the waffle iron, spreading evenly. Cook for about 3-4 minutes or until the waffle bites turn golden brown and crisp.
- Prepare the honey butter syrup: While the waffles cook, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add honey, maple syrup (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir continuously until the mixture is well combined and warmed through.
- Serve: Remove the cornbread waffle bites from the waffle maker once cooked. Drizzle generously with the warm honey butter syrup.
- Enjoy immediately: Serve hot for the best taste and texture, enjoying the sweet and savory combination in every bite.
Notes
- For crispy waffle bites, avoid opening the waffle maker too early during cooking.
- Cheddar cheese and bacon are optional, but they add a delicious savory contrast to the sweet syrup.
- You can substitute buttermilk with regular milk mixed with a teaspoon of lemon juice or vinegar if you don’t have buttermilk.
- Use maple syrup in the honey butter syrup for an added depth of flavor, or omit for a simpler syrup.
- Waffle bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in a toaster oven to retain crispness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
