Corn and Cheddar Waffles

Vegetarian
Health score
8%
Corn and Cheddar Waffles
17 min.
4
522kcal

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Start your day on a delicious note with these Corn and Cheddar Waffles, a delightful twist on the classic breakfast favorite. Perfect for a morning meal or a leisurely brunch, these waffles are not only vegetarian but also packed with flavor and texture. Imagine biting into a warm, golden waffle that combines the sweetness of fresh corn with the rich, savory notes of melted cheddar cheese. Each bite is a celebration of comfort food that will leave you craving more.

In just 17 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves four, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or weekend get-togethers with friends. The combination of all-purpose flour and yellow cornmeal gives these waffles a unique, hearty texture, while the addition of milk and a large egg ensures they are light and fluffy. With a caloric count of 522 kcal per serving, they provide a satisfying start to your day without compromising on taste.

Whether you enjoy them drizzled with maple syrup, topped with a dollop of sour cream, or served alongside fresh fruit, these Corn and Cheddar Waffles are sure to impress. So grab your waffle iron and get ready to indulge in a breakfast that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • cup cheddar cheese grated
  • large eggs 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • cup ears corn fresh (from 1 large ear)
  • 1.5 cups milk 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted cooled melted
  • 0.5 cup cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil
  • spatula
  • measuring cup
  • waffle iron

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 200F and preheat waffle iron. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and sugar. In a glass measuring cup, whisk together milk, egg and butter.
  2. Pour milk mixture into flour mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in corn and cheese.
  3. Mist waffle iron with cooking spray.
  4. Pour batter onto grates and spread to edges with a spatula. Cook until waffles are golden, 5 to 7 minutes.
  5. Transfer to a plate, loosely cover with foil and keep warm in oven. Repeat with remaining batter, misting grates with cooking spray before each new batch.

Nutrition Facts

Calories522kcal
Protein13.36%
Fat46.08%
Carbs40.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
92.65
Glycemic Load
30.18
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
17.136956442957%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:522kcal
26.1%
Fat:27.05g
41.62%
Saturated Fat:15.08g
94.26%
Carbohydrates:53.58g
17.86%
Net Carbohydrates:50.14g
18.23%
Sugar:10.21g
11.34%
Cholesterol:115.83mg
38.61%
Sodium:695.39mg
30.23%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.65g
35.3%
Calcium:417.59mg
41.76%
Phosphorus:393.51mg
39.35%
Selenium:25.74µg
36.77%
Vitamin B2:0.51mg
29.77%
Vitamin B1:0.43mg
28.42%
Folate:91.4µg
22.85%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.56%
Vitamin A:916.44IU
18.33%
Zinc:2.59mg
17.26%
Magnesium:62.35mg
15.59%
Vitamin B3:3.1mg
15.52%
Vitamin B12:0.93µg
15.48%
Iron:2.67mg
14.83%
Fiber:3.44g
13.76%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.09%
Vitamin B5:1.18mg
11.8%
Vitamin D:1.64µg
10.91%
Potassium:375.34mg
10.72%
Copper:0.13mg
6.74%
Vitamin E:0.83mg
5.54%
Vitamin C:2.46mg
2.99%
Vitamin K:2.21µg
2.11%