Savory Cornbread Waffles are an easy, savory breakfast. This cornmeal creation is light and fluffy, perfect for topping with your favorite items like eggs, bacon, and cheese!
I waiver between sweet and savory breakfasts. More often than not, I turn to Vegas and say “sweet or savory?”
These cornbread waffles were the result of an indecisive morning. I wanted a waffle, but I wanted a runny egg. There was really no way this wouldn’t result in a strange but good morning.
It’s no secret that I’m a terrible southerner. I don’t like okra, fried green tomatoes, or cornbread (except for these Sweet Jalapeno Cornbread muffins). That said, I will use cornmeal in recipes. I’ve used it for protein pancakes before, why not waffles?
Cornbread in a waffle maker! I prefer it to cornbread because it’s not so dense and gritty. Using half cornmeal and half flour and incorporating Greek yogurt makes this cornmeal creation light and fluffy.
The eggs were made two ways – one for Vegas and one for me. I’ve been loving the crispy egg method lately. Vegas says it’s a burnt egg so I made hers more traditionally.
I make them in two small pans so they’re done at the same time. Makes it quick and easy!
I had half an avocado to use. It had gotten a bit brown over night, so I mashed it up into a quick spread. I love the texture combo of a runny yolk and some guac!
I added a bit of curry powder – a suggestion from a friend – and it was quite good! You only need a pinch. Vegas doesn’t like curry and she didn’t turn her nose up!
Savory Cornbread Waffles
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Keywords: waffle breakfast brunch low-sugar nut-free soy-free vegetarian corn meal eggs greek yogurt
Ingredients (2 waffles)
- 1/4 C whole wheat flour
- 1/4 C cornmeal
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 1 egg, beaten
- 6 T Greek yogurt
- 2T milk
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 T coconut oil, melted
Instructions
Mix dry ingredients in large bowl. In smaller bowl, beat egg. Add yogurt and milk and stir.
Mix wet into dry. Add honey and coconut oil. Stir again.
Cook in a well-greased, hot waffle iron. Plate and have fun with the toppings! I used an egg, tomatoes, and mashed avocado.
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I’m going to make another crispy egg. It really is good, no matter what Vegas says. 😉
Do you like cornbread?
What was the last strange meal you had that resulted from indecision?
Love runny eggs and bacon on waffles. But I love cornbread in all of its glory WAY more. I don’t care if it is sweet or savory. Give me cornbread, or give me death.
I’m indecisive too. I like to put a egg only protein pancakes so good! Love the addition of cornmeal in here!
Omg! It’s like all the best things got together to throw a breakfast party for my mouth!
Indecision + random leftovers frequently yields strange but good amazingness in my kitchen!
I am in agreement with you about the crispy egg.
HA! The server at our restaurant last night described her entree suggestion as a party in your mouth. Naturally, we took her suggestion.
I love the idea of a runny egg on anything, but cornbread waffles just takes it over the top!
I do like cornbread, but not the sweet kind. And don’t worry, I’m a terrible southerner as well! I don’t even say ya’ll 😉
Y’all makes me want to run screaming from a room. OR how about when people say “all y’all”? UGH.
Oh wow that is super indulgent looking! I am not a runny egg fan but would love an omelet on top of there and avocado is always on my list!
An omelet would be good too! Or even some fresh greens and more tomatoes.
i feel like you made these waffles for me! sweet and savory are my jam. you know that. And the curry powder? genius!
Right?! It’s like a TexMex meal!
Oooh savory waffles! I hadn’t thought of that beyond the whole chicken n’ waffle thing. Must try.
I’m a sucker for cornbread and okra and I MISS runny eggs! Oh and wine. 4 more months until I go on a runny egg binge 😉
That okra is just too slimy! LOL! Don’t worry – I’ll drink the wine for you. 🙂
I love everything about this!!! Cornbread, waffles, savory breakfast….mmmm. I too waiver between sweet and savory breakfasts. Really depends on my mood, what’s coming for the day, and how much effort I want to put into cooking. Thanks for the recipe!
Girl, no, breakfast must be sweet!!!
But I do love throwing in some cornmeal to my pancakes or waffles! Love the texture and “corniness” 😉
AND I just baked a NON vegan cornbread for my mom yesterday 😛 Gross, but she wanted it and would never bake herself 😛
You crack me up about the cornbread – but sweet of you to indulge your mom! 🙂
I love savory waffles! I actually had a sammich one time at Max Brenner that was a rosemary waffle with all sorts of good stuff on the inside. ALSO, went crazy in Vegas with those chicken and waffles. LOVE IT 🙂
That rosemary sounds so good! I’m still thinking about chicken and waffles from Hash House.
I love corn waffles. Before veganism, I added cheddar, because, of course.
I still kinda want them.
It might be a tie between who’s the worst southerner. I tolerate corn bread and didn’t touch it until about 3 years ago. Sweet tea? Another item I can live without. My parents used to get made at me as a kid for not liking it. But fry me up some okra, and I’m one happy girl!
Looks yum!
Sweet tea makes me want to gag. For some reason I love desserts, but can’t stand any sweet drinks. I won’t even drink juice.
Oh yes. I could totally take this down right about now. YUM.
I love cornbread muffins and make them both sweet and savory, I guess a cornmeal waffle is the same kind of thing! I bet it would also be good tilted more sweet…cornbread, maple, brown sugar…yum!
Ohhhh… I know what I’m going to have to try next!
Hell yes to savory breakfast, and also to these cornbread waffles! When it comes to cornbread I can take it or leave it, but I do love me some crunchy edge pieces, and I feel like this probably increases the crunch factor a ton 😛
Have we talked about the edge brownie pan before? It’s the best thing since sliced bread.
Savory breakfasts are my jam, not to be confused with actual jam.
I wouldn’t kick this out of bed. In fact, I’d probably invite it back for round two.
I’d slather it in actual jam and invite it for round 2.
Oohh! This looks right up my alley! I love savory foods and you can’t miss with eggs for breakfast!!! Looks so tasty!!!
Love cornbread. This looks amazing.
I’ve attempted making cornbread before and it was a complete disaster and failure. Lol. Kitchen failures make me real sad but this waffle looks delish 😉 Mmm avocados – I’m addicted to them. Have a great weekend Laura! -Iva
Oh, I hear that. I fail A LOT.