Description
These Cornbread Waffle Bites with Smoked Gouda and Honey are a delightful savory-sweet appetizer or brunch treat. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, they combine the rich flavor of smoked Gouda cheese with the subtle sweetness of honey drizzle, perfect for entertaining or a special snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Add-ins and Garnish
- 1/2 cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese
- Honey, for drizzling
- Chopped chives or parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Waffle Maker: Preheat a mini waffle maker or standard waffle iron to ensure it is hot and ready to cook the batter evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined and aerated.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, egg, and melted unsalted butter until smooth and fully blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the batter light and tender.
- Fold in Cheese: Carefully fold in the shredded smoked Gouda cheese evenly throughout the batter.
- Prepare Waffle Iron: Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with cooking spray or a small amount of butter to prevent sticking.
- Cook Waffle Bites: Spoon 1 to 2 tablespoons of batter per waffle bite onto the waffle iron. Close and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per batch, until the bites are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cooked waffle bites and let them cool slightly on a wire rack or plate. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with chopped chives or parsley if desired just before serving.
Notes
- These waffle bites work perfectly as savory-sweet finger foods for appetizers or brunch.
- For extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños into the batter.
- Can be prepared ahead of time and reheated in the oven for a quick and tasty snack at parties.
