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These cornbread waffle bites transform classic cornbread into crispy, golden bites topped with rich honey butter syrup. Perfect for brunch or as unique appetizers, they offer the ideal balance of sweet and savory.
Making these changed my brunch game completely - the mini size makes them perfect for entertaining and the honey butter syrup elevates simple cornbread to something special.
Essential Ingredients:
- Cornbread mix: Creates perfect texture
- Buttermilk: Adds tenderness
- Fresh egg: Provides structure
- Quality honey: Base for syrup
- Unsalted butter: Controls salt level
- Optional add-ins: Cheese, bacon, jalapeños
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Detailed Instructions:
- Prepare Batter
- Whisk cornbread mix with buttermilk
- Add egg until smooth
- Fold in optional mix-ins
- Let rest 5 minutes
- Cook Waffles
- Preheat mini waffle maker
- Grease lightly
- Add 1 tablespoon batter
- Cook until golden
- Make Syrup
- Combine honey and butter
- Heat until melted
- Add pinch of salt
- Keep warm
- Serve Fresh
- Plate while hot
- Drizzle with warm syrup
- Add toppings if desired
- Serve immediately
The first time I served these, I discovered that keeping the finished waffles in a low oven maintains their crispiness perfectly.
Storage Tips:
Freeze waffles individually, reheat in toaster. Store syrup separately.
Make-Ahead Options:
Prepare batter night before, store covered in fridge.
Serving Suggestions:
Create waffle bar with various toppings and syrups.
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Chef's Tips:
- Check waffle maker temperature
- Don't overfill cavities
- Rest batter briefly
- Warm plates before serving
After many brunches, I've found that properly heated waffle makers and careful portioning creates perfectly crispy bites every time.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make regular size waffles?
- Yes, adjust cooking time to 5-6 minutes per waffle.
- → Can I make it gluten-free?
- Use gluten-free cornbread mix instead.
- → How to keep waffles crispy?
- Serve immediately or reheat in toaster.
- → Can I freeze these?
- Freeze waffles up to 2 months. Make syrup fresh.
- → Other mix-in ideas?
- Try diced jalapeños, corn kernels, or herbs.