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Cornmeal Honey Waffles Recipe

These Cornmeal Honey Waffles are crisp at the edges, lightly crunchy from fine yellow cornmeal, and finished with fluffy whipped honey butter for a sweet, cozy breakfast.
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Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Brunch Waffles, Cornmeal Honey Waffles, Cornmeal Waffles, Crispy Waffles, Homemade Waffles, Honey Butter, Whipped Honey Butter
Servings: 8 waffles
Calories: 292kcal

Equipment

  • Waffle iron
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cup
  • Small bowl
  • Hand mixer or whisk

Ingredients

Waffles

  • 2 Tbsp ground flax seed
  • 6 Tbsp water
  • 2 1/2 cups almond milk
  • 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup melted butter vegan or regular
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 1/2 cups fine-grain yellow cornmeal
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup whole wheat pastry flour
  • 1 Tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt

Whipped Honey Butter

  • 1/4 cup softened butter vegan or regular
  • 2-3 tsp honey adjust to taste

For Serving

  • extra honey or maple syrup optional, for serving

Instructions

  1. For the waffles, combine the ground flax seed and water in a small bowl. Set aside briefly to thicken.
  2. In a measuring cup, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Set aside to curdle slightly while you prepare the dry ingredients.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the fine-grain yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, whole wheat pastry flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Pour the almond milk mixture and the flax mixture into the dry ingredients.
  5. Add the honey, then pour in the melted butter. Mix just until the batter comes together, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Let the batter rest for 5 to 10 minutes so it can thicken slightly.
  7. Cook the waffles according to your waffle maker’s instructions, using about 1/3 cup batter per waffle and cooking for about 4 minutes, or until crisp and cooked through.
  8. The waffles may look darker than regular waffles because of the cornmeal. This is normal unless they are actually burnt.
  9. For the whipped honey butter, beat the softened butter and honey vigorously until light and fluffy.
  10. If the butter is too soft to whip properly, chill it for 5 to 10 minutes, then beat again until fluffy.
  11. Serve the warm waffles topped with whipped honey butter and extra honey or maple syrup if desired.

Notes

Fine-grain yellow cornmeal gives these waffles their crisp, lightly crunchy texture without making them too heavy.
Do not overmix the batter. Stir just until the ingredients come together so the waffles stay tender inside.
Resting the batter for a few minutes helps the cornmeal hydrate and gives the waffles a better texture.
Cornmeal waffles often cook up darker than regular waffles, so watch for crisp edges and a cooked center rather than relying only on color.
Earth Balance Original non-dairy butter works well in this recipe. Regular salted butter can also be used.
Other types of margarine may work, but the texture and flavor can vary by brand.

Nutrition

Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 545mg | Potassium: 260mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 2mg