Crispy Cornmeal Bacon Waffles

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Get ready to elevate your breakfast game with these Crispy Cornmeal Bacon Waffles—a mouthwatering combination of sweet, savory, and perfectly crisp textures! Made with a blend of hearty cornmeal and all-purpose flour, these waffles boast a golden, crispy exterior while remaining tender on the inside. The addition of crumbled, smoky bacon takes these waffles to the next level, creating an irresistible flavor that pairs beautifully with the slight tang of buttermilk in the batter. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, these waffles are perfect for weekend brunch or even an indulgent weekday treat. Serve them piping hot with a drizzle of maple syrup, extra crumbled bacon, or a pat of flavored butter for a memorable breakfast experience that’s sure to impress.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 35 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1.5 cups Buttermilk
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 2 Eggs
• 0.75 cup Cooked bacon, crumbled
• for greasing the waffle iron Vegetable oil or cooking spray

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until well combined.

3. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.

4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. The batter may still have a few small lumps, which is okay. Do not overmix.

5. Gently fold in the crumbled bacon, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the batter.

6. Grease your preheated waffle iron with vegetable oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.

7. Ladle the batter onto the waffle iron, using the amount recommended by your waffle iron's instructions (usually about 1/2 to 3/4 cup). Spread the batter evenly if needed.

8. Close the waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions, typically for 4-5 minutes, or until the waffles are golden brown and crispy.

9. Carefully remove the waffles and transfer them to a wire rack to keep them crisp. Repeat with the remaining batter, regreasing the waffle iron as needed.

10. Serve the waffles warm with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, additional crumbled bacon, or a dollop of flavored butter.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (246.8g)

Calories		662
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		30.6 g	39%
	Saturated Fat	14.1 g	70%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.2 g
Cholesterol		166 mg	55%
Sodium		1584 mg	69%
Total Carbohydrate		72.1 g	26%
	Dietary Fiber	4.4 g	16%
	Total Sugars	8.1 g
Protein		23.7 g	47%
Vitamin D		2.1 mcg	11%
Calcium		133 mg	10%
Iron		3.2 mg	18%
Potassium		418 mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1100 cal (41.8%%)

Protein: 378 cal (14.4%%)

Carbs: 1151 cal (43.8%%)