Description
This Savory Waffles Recipe with Bacon & Cheddar delivers a deliciously hearty twist on classic waffles, combining the sharpness of cheddar cheese, smoky crumbled bacon, and fresh chives in a crispy, golden waffle. Perfect for brunch or a comforting breakfast, these waffles pair beautifully with eggs, maple syrup, or sour cream for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups flour (or a gluten free 1-to-1 blend)
- ½ cup cornmeal (medium grind)
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 3 Tbsp. sugar
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- 1 ¼ tsp. salt (to taste)
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups buttermilk (regular milk or a plant-based milk)
- ¼ cup butter (melted and cooled)
Add-ins
- ¾ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 6 oz. bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- ¼ cup chives (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the Waffle Iron: Turn on your waffle iron and allow it to heat up for at least 5 minutes to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for cooking the batter evenly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until well mixed, for an even distribution of the leavening agents and flavor.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, and melted, cooled butter until smooth to create the wet batter base.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and gently mix by hand until the batter is well incorporated but not overmixed, to maintain waffle texture.
- Add Cheese, Bacon, and Chives: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped chives, folding them evenly into the batter to distribute savory flavors throughout.
- Cook the Waffles: Spray the preheated waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking. Pour in the waffle batter according to your appliance’s size and cook time instructions until waffles are golden and crisp.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the savory waffles hot, topped with an over-easy egg, more fresh chives, and either a drizzle of pure maple syrup for sweetness or a dollop of sour cream for tang. Enjoy immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use gluten-free flour blend if gluten intolerance is a concern.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute buttermilk with plant-based milk and butter with a plant-based alternative.
- Bacon can be cooked ahead and stored in the refrigerator for convenience.
- Adjust salt to taste if using salted bacon or cheese.
- Waffle cook time varies by appliance; monitor closely to avoid burning.
