Cheddar Cornbread Waffles with Fried Eggs and Queso.
Who on Earth do I think I am with a title like that.
Right?
So I TOLD you that I have this thing with waffles right now. Is it a complete cop out to share another waffle recipe oh-so soon? It’s totally insane. I am totally not a waffle person. But now I’m totally acting like a waffle person. What is this nonsense?
The secret to me being a waffle person right now though – is a savory element. Hence the crispy bacon in the waffles from a few weeks ago. And now…
Just guess what I’m going to do with that cheese down there.
Seriously. GUESS!
Judging by the title, I’m sure it’s super difficult to figure out. The sharpest of all the cheddars into the creamy waffle batter.
Oh hi, can somebody please buy me a new treadmill? Thank you. I’ll see you in four years.
Nooo. Nevermind. It’s not really that bad. I mean we are putting green things and tomatoes on top. That is, like, tons of vegetables on top of waffles and hello, I can justify anything you would like me to justify in your life. Please send emails to imaterribleexample@juststop.com.
The short story is: OH MY FREAKING GOSH.
Cheesy, semi-crunch cornbread-y waffles. Topped with an egg. What else do you need?
The long story is:
I knew that I instantly had to tell my invisible internet friends (can I still call you that) about these because they are darn good. If you are a texture person (like, you enjoy texture in foods) then you will go NUTSO on the waffles alone.
Plus, it’s like comfort food mixed with some fresh summer garden bounty at once. Cheddar waffles, topped with a little cheese drizzle and lots of tomatoes and herbs. It’s dreamy! It’s breakfast!
(Except it’s probably dinner, that’s for sure.)
Breakfast for dinner is approximately 147% better than breakfast for breakfast which is saying something since I also love breakfast for breakfast.
(However, breakfast for brunch probably takes the cake because brunch means cocktails. Such a great excuse for late breakfast.)
Now for details.
You don’t “need” the cheese sauce, but um, if you are somebody that doesn’t think you need cheese sauce I’m not sure how you are here and why we are friends. You know what I mean. I added a little drizzle of this quick queso to add some sort of “syrup” element – totally not a syrup whatsoever but something to mimic it, a little extra flavor and something to smother on your waffle in case your egg yolk alone didn’t do the trick. And then a sprinkling of herbs and seriously ripe, sweet tomatoes.
I mean. Your weekend is right here.
Cheddar Cornbread Waffles with Fried Eggs
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup coarsely ground cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces sharp white cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered or halved
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons snipped chives
quick cheese sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 tablespoon flour
- 4 ounces half and half
- 6 ounces white cheddar cheese, freshly grated
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, soda and salt. In a smaller bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs. Add the wet ingredients to the dry, stirring until just combined. Stir in the melted butter until it’s all incorporated. Fold in the grated cheese. Let the batter sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Heat your waffle iron on the highest setting.
- Pour about 1/3 to 1/2 cup batter in the center of your iron (depends on how large your iron is) and cook until golden and crispy. While the waffles are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil (or butter. or bacon grease!) and fry the eggs. To serve, drizzle a little of the cheese sauce over top. Cover with the egg, some tomatoes, scallions and chives. Devour.
quick cheese sauce
- Heat a small saucepan over medium heat and add the butter. Once it’s sizzling, whisk in the flour and cook for a minute or two until it’s golden and fragrant. Slowly pour in the half and half while whisking constantly so the mixture slightly thickens. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes while stirring. Reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the cheese until melted. Keep over low heat until serving – stirring occasionally. If it seizes up or gets too thick, add a few drops of half and half and stir.
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58 Comments on “Cheddar Cornbread Waffles with Fried Eggs and Queso.”
Nothing short of perfect! Yum!
Oh my gosh that looks amazing! Come o my house and cook it pleeeease!
This looks incredibly good. I would probably have it without the cheese sauce (sorry, I’m vegan except for eggs :), and veganize it a little bit with soy milk instead of milk but this and so vegan sausages plus the eggs would be amazing. Thanks. It’s a must try for me :)
This is everything. EVERYTHING! Served with a spicy Bloody Mary at brunch? Yes! Served with a good IPA for brinner. Yes! 100%
Wow! I can’t wait to make these! They will be a family favorite, for sure!
AHH!! WHAT HAVE YOU DONE!?!?! You’re amazing and I love you.
LOVE savory waffles!!! Would love to try this with hollandaise….YUM
ZOMG. This is everything I never knew I wanted. How did you know?!
Ohhhhh my gosh I’m dying. Dead. This looks INCREDIBLE. Crispy, cheesy…what more do we need in life, really?
Oh man you’re killing me with this. It’s sooo going to be worth the little extra gym time.
I am drooling over here!! I love anything savory for breakfast, and these waffles look like they would fit the bill. What a great recipe!
Genius! I think we should top everything with queso and fried eggs!
“I am totally not a waffle person. But now I’m totally acting like a waffle person. What is this nonsense?”
..sounds like you’re .. wait for it .. WAFFLING!!!
:-D
I’ll see myself out.
I’m so having this for dinner tonight!!!!
Have you tried the Food Network’s Brown Butter waffles?? My husband only likes savory waffles and asks for these all the time. http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/brown-butter-waffles-recipe.html
So glad to be able to add these to the mix. YUM!
Girl! Stop it I Love This! Cornbread waffles are my thang! Then you go and add fried eggs and queso.. *Insert high-five emoji*
YUM! My husband prefers savory waffles/french toast and I always make him feel crazy for it, but this is definitely something I could get down with. :)
These waffles sound amazing! I bet they would be excellent dipped into some chili, or with a big scoop of black beans o top.
This looks so delicious! I am a huge fan or cornbread.
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This looks absolutely amazing!!!! I mean, cornbread waffles?!!! Genius!
OMG I’m dyyyiiinnnnnggg. This is amazing. You would have approved of our dinner the other night: Leftover apple waffles from recipe testing that we warmed up in the oven and sprinkled cheddar cheese on top (and then broiled them), avocado, fresh tomato, olive oil, fried egg, and Maldon salt. YES. Waffles for dinner are the best!!!! My husband is going to go cray over this.
Cornbread waffles!?!?!?! GTFO!!! You better believe there’s gonna be a cornbread waffle party in my kitchen.
Wow this looks amazing! I’m in love, I actually think I might try making these for dinner tonight. Definitely pinning this and sharing.
Stop. It. Can you bring me one??
“I knew that I instantly had to tell my invisible internet friends (can I still call you that) about these because they are darn good. ”
can you still call us your friends? um. i’d be offended if you didn’t.
<33 biiff
(best invisible internet friends forever)
Cornmeal waffles are great with chili!
YUM! Breakfast through brinner!
One more reason why I need a waffle machine!
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I just went to Panama to create a menu for a brew pub, and I put chicken and beer waffles on the menu. Not even joking, there was like, one waffle iron for sale in the whole city. I think I brought savory waffles to Panama. You’re welcome, Central America.
Yum-my! Ever since I tried eggs benedict on waffles I have been waffle-obsessed!
¡Fantástica receta! Fácil de elaborar, con buenas fotografías y un resultado delicioso. Gracias por compartirla con todos/as.
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Holy delicious!!! I want all the eggs. And cheese. And scallions. ?
This combination is absolutely insane and I’m definitely making it this weekend.
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These look amazing. There isn’t a single cornbread recipe that I won’t try at least once. I have to say, I’m surprised that you didn’t sneak in bacon on the cornbread waffles. ;)
Oh sweet lord. I need to make this.
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Oh. My. God.
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Has anyone actually made this?
I also have craving waffles. I received a waffle iron for my birthday in Sept. From my daughter and have used it several times, most recently made cornbread waffles and am loving the idea of adding sharp cheddar and paring it with eggs and tomatoes. Yum. My mouth is watering. I always enjoy your recipes.
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Definitely cheddar cornbread waffles with fried eggs and queso will be yummy! I found your post from Pinterest! I’m also gonna pin this post on my Pinterest board my followers will love it. Thanks for sharing, Jessica!
Absolutely love your creative idea with cheddar cornbread waffles with fried eggs and queso! Never seen something like this! Definitely I will try to make it too! Thx for sharing!