How to Make the Perfect Spicy Honey Butter Cornbread Waffles
Southern American · Easy · 30 min · 4 servings
Fluffy cornbread batter cooked in a waffle iron and topped with spicy honey butter for a sweet and heat filled treat. These waffles work as a side dish or a standalone savory breakfast.
Why this recipe works
This Spicy Honey Butter Cornbread Waffles recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 30 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 480 calories with 9g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 8 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1.5 cups yellow cornmeal
- 0.5 cup all purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted plus more for iron
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Make the Spicy Honey Butter
Melt 4 tablespoons of butter and whisk together with honey and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Set aside to use as a topping.
Step 2: Mix the Cornbread Batter
In a large bowl whisk together cornmeal flour and baking powder. Add buttermilk eggs and melted butter and stir until just combined. Do not overmix or the waffles will be tough.
Step 3: Preheat and Grease the Iron
Preheat your waffle iron to medium high and brush both plates with melted butter until well coated.
Step 4: Cook the Waffles
Pour about half a cup of batter onto the waffle iron and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until golden and crispy. The waffle should release easily when done.
Step 5: Serve with Spicy Honey Butter
Stack the cornbread waffles on a plate and drizzle generously with the spicy honey butter. Serve immediately while hot.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- buttermilk → whole milk mixed with one tablespoon of white vinegar
- cayenne pepper → hot sauce stirred into the honey butter
- honey → maple syrup for a different sweetness
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Overmixing the batter develops too much gluten and makes the waffles dense and chewy
- Not preheating the waffle iron long enough results in pale and undercooked waffles
- Using too much batter causes overflow and makes a mess on the waffle iron
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 480 calories, 9g protein, 54g carbs, 26g fat, 3g fiber.
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