Cornbread Waffle Bites with Honey Butter Syrup Recipe
Delight in these easy-to-make Cornbread Waffle Bites served with a warm honey butter syrup. Perfectly crisp on the outside and tender inside, these bites combine the savory flavors of cheddar cheese and bacon with the sweet touch of honey and maple syrup. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a tasty snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16-18 mini waffle bites 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cornbread Waffle Bites
- 1 cup cornbread mix
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional)
Honey Butter Syrup
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Waffle Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the cornbread mix, buttermilk, and egg until smooth. Gently fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and cooked crumbled bacon if using, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Cook the Waffle Bites: Preheat a mini waffle maker and lightly grease it with cooking spray or butter. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter into each section of the waffle maker. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the waffle bites turn golden brown and crisp on the outside. Repeat with the remaining batter, making sure to grease the waffle maker as needed.
- Make the Honey Butter Syrup: While the waffle bites cook, place honey, unsalted butter, optional maple syrup, and a pinch of salt in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir continuously until the butter melts completely and the mixture is smooth and warm. Remove from heat promptly to prevent burning.
- Serve: Arrange the cooked waffle bites on a serving platter. Drizzle generously with the warm honey butter syrup and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon and use just the cheddar cheese or add another vegetable alternative.
- You can substitute buttermilk with regular milk mixed with 1 tsp lemon juice or vinegar as a buttermilk substitute.
- Leftover waffle bites can be refrigerated and reheated in a toaster or oven for crispiness.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder to the batter for a spicy kick.
- Adjust the amount of honey butter syrup to your preference for sweetness.
Keywords: cornbread waffle bites, honey butter syrup, breakfast bites, mini waffles, cheddar bacon waffles
