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The Best Cornmeal Waffles Recipe

Jul 18, 2022 · 6 Comments

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The Best Cornmeal Waffles Recipe
The best cornmeal waffles recipe is the perfect option if you’re looking for a waffle that’s not too sweet, and perfectly delicious!  Keep reading for ideas on how to enjoy these waffles.
Waffle on black plate with silverware and syrup this image
After talking to a few friends, it sounds like not everyone has ever even had a cornmeal waffle.  So take this as your sign to give it a try.  We love using this recipe to make something like chicken and waffles because these waffles aren’t as sweet as your typical waffle.
Ingredients for cornmeal waffles
When you get started, you’ll notice that this waffle dough is a little thicker than you might be used to.  Don’t worry, that is exactly what you want when making this recipe.
Cornmeal waffle batter
After you’ve combined the ingredients, you’ll want to let the dough sit for 5 minutes.  This allows time for the baking powder to activate.  This is the perfect time to heat your waffle maker.  (Phi has this one and uses it all the time!)
waffle in waffle iron
If you loved the idea of chicken and waffles, all you need to do is buy some breaded chicken tenders and serve them with these cornmeal waffles – always a hit with the kids!  Or if sweeter is more your thing, try serving with syrup and/or your favorite jam or jelly.
Waffles cooling on rack
When making waffles, we always like to make extra for later in the week!  This recipe is great for freezing.  Simply cool waffles and put them in a freezer safe bag.  The waffles will store well in the freezer for up to three months.  And if you’re looking for sweeter waffles to freeze, try this recipe.

The Best Cornmeal Waffles

5 from 4 votes
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Servings: 8 waffles

Equipment

  • Waffle Maker

Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
  • 1.5 Tablespoons baking powder
  • 2 Tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil any neutral oil will work - grapeseed is another good option
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups milk dairy or non-dairy is fine

Instructions

  • Mix dry ingredients (first 4) in a large bowl. Add in remaining ingredients and stir. A few small lumps are ok. 
    Cornmeal waffle batter
  • Heat waffle iron and cook according to instructions. Typically waffles will take about 3-4 minutes per waffle. Put on a wire cooling rack when they come out of the waffle iron. 
    waffle in waffle iron
  • Makes about 8 large waffles. 

Video

Notes

The nutrition information presented on this site should be considered an estimate as the calculations will change based on the exact products you use in your own kitchen.
These waffles freeze for up to 3 months.  Simply let waffles cool, put in a freezer storage bag and store.

Nutrition

Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 72mg | Potassium: 236mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 158IU | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 3mg

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  1. Shelly says

    February 25, 2023 at 5:48 pm

    5 stars
    This was the first time I have made cornmeal waffles. Because they are not as sweet as regular waffles, they go very well with savory foods. I served them as dippers with the turkey/veggie soup I made today. Excellent! After I made the first waffle and tasted it, I decided to add a little salt to the remaining batter. It brought up the flavor of the waffles. Thanks for sharing this recipe!

    Reply
    • Sweetphi says

      March 19, 2023 at 8:09 pm

      I’m so happy to hear this wonderful feedback, so glad you loved these waffles. I absolutely love that you used them as dippers with soup, I’m going to try that next time I make them!!

      Reply
  2. Kathy says

    December 25, 2022 at 6:36 pm

    5 stars
    Just tried these tonight and they were delicious! Made half a recipe for the two of us and it made 2 1/2 Belgian waffles.

    Reply
    • Sweetphi says

      January 4, 2023 at 8:38 am

      I’m so happy to hear that you loved these! Thank you so much for coming back and leaving feedback about half the recipe 🙂

      Reply
  3. Ellie says

    October 21, 2022 at 8:39 am

    5 stars
    These were really delicious. I made them just as listed, but my milk was a bit beyond fresh, so I was able to avoid wasting it as this recipe includes a tiny bit of sugar. The recipe made 7, which was enough for my appreciative family.

    Reply
    • Sweetphi says

      October 26, 2022 at 11:00 am

      I’m so happy to hear this amazing feedback, thank you so much for taking the time to come back and comment!! These waffles are such a favorite of ours too (I like to serve them with chicken nuggets – our version of chicken and waffles with small kids lol)

      Reply

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