Cornbread Waffles That Are Crispy, Easy & Packed with Southern Flavor
Cornbread waffles are one of those game-changing recipes you didn’t know you needed — until you try them.
If you’re looking for something fun, easy, and full of comfort food vibes, you’ll definitely want to check out this Southern-inspired twist.
Think all the flavor of classic cornbread, but with golden, crispy edges thanks to the waffle iron.
Whether you’re serving them up with a big scoop of chili, piling on pulled pork and coleslaw, or keeping things simple with butter and honey, these savory-sweet waffles are surprisingly versatile.
You can dress them up for brunch or keep it cozy for a quick weeknight dinner recipe. They also reheat like a dream, making them great for meal prep.
And if you’re feeling adventurous, try adding shredded cheese, jalapeños, or even bacon bits to the batter for an extra punch of flavor.
Can You Make Cornbread in a Waffle Maker?
Yes, you can absolutely can — and it’s delicious! Think of it as the perfect mashup of crispy waffle edges and tender cornbread centers. Here’s how to do it:
- Prepare your cornbread batter – You can use your favorite homemade cornbread recipe or even a boxed mix like Jiffy.
- Customize the batter. Stir in extras like shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon, diced jalapeños, or green onions to amp up the flavor.
- Preheat your waffle maker – Let it get nice and hot so the outside crisps up perfectly.
- Grease it well – Cornbread batter tends to stick, so use non-stick spray or brush with oil/butter.
- Cook – Pour the batter in and cook like you would a regular waffle. Don’t overfill the waffle iron—cornbread batter expands a bit. It usually takes 3–5 minutes, depending on your machine.
- Serve – Top them with chili, pulled pork, honey butter, or maple syrup, depending on if you’re going sweet or savory.
How to Serve Cornbread Waffles
Whether you’re going sweet, savory, or somewhere in between, here are some tasty ideas:
Savory Toppings & Combos – Perfect for dinner, brunch, or game day!
- Pour your favorite chili over the top and sprinkle with cheddar. So good for cozy nights.
- Your favorite pulled pork recipe & coleslaw – A southern BBQ dream.
- Fried chicken & hot honey – Like chicken and waffles, but with cornbread vibes!
- Add a fried or poached egg with avocado slices, maybe even a sprinkle of hot sauce.
- For a Tex-Mex inspired with a cornbread twist top with lack beans, salsa & sour cream
Sweet Toppings – Great for breakfast, dessert, or snacks.
- Maple Syrup & Whipped Butter
- Sweet and warm honey & cinnamon butter
- Fresh berries & homemade whipped cream
- For a fall dessert favorite try apple pie filling & a caramel drizzle
- Banana slices & a drizzle of peanut butter is sweet and satisfying, especially with a sprinkle of granola or chopped nuts.
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Cornbread Waffles recipe
Ingredients
- 2 boxes Jiffy cornbread mix
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tbsp butter melted
Instructions
- Put your waffle maker to medium/high heat, and let it preheat while you mix the cornbread.
- In a large bowl, whisk together jiffy mix, eggs, milk, and butter.
- Let the cornbread mixture sit for 1-2 minutes to rise.
- To cook, add ¾-1 cup of the cornbread mixture to your waffle maker. Adjust your amount according to your waffle maker size.
- Cook in the waffle maker until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
I bet my family would love this! Defiantly making it this fall.
Sounds delicious! My family has had chicken and waffles, but never cornbread waffles and chili! I’ll have to try this.