Hot Honey, Cornbread Waffles

These Hot Honey Cornbread Waffles hit that perfect balance of sweet, savory, and just a little heat. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and loaded with flavor, they’re the kind of side dish that works just as well next to fried chicken as it does under a bowl of chili. Breakfast, dinner, or somewhere in between — these waffles show up.

Ingredients

• 1 cup cornmeal

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 2 large eggs

• 1 cup milk (or buttermilk for extra richness)

• 1/4 cup melted butter (plus more for greasing)

• 2–3 tbsp Ranch & Rifle Hot Honey seasoning (to taste)

• Optional: 1–2 tbsp honey or sugar if you prefer a sweeter waffle

Instructions

1. Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions and lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and Hot Honey seasoning.

3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in milk and melted butter.

4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Don’t overmix — a few lumps are fine.

5. Ladle batter into the hot waffle iron and cook until golden brown and crisp, usually 3–5 minutes depending on your waffle maker.

6. Remove and keep warm while you finish the remaining waffles.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve alongside fried chicken with extra honey or butter

• Pair with chili, stews, or smoked meats

• Top with butter and a drizzle of hot honey for a simple, crowd-pleasing bite

Pro Tip

For extra crunch, let finished waffles rest directly on a wire rack instead of stacking them. This keeps them crisp until serving.

Sweet, savory, and built for just about anything — these Hot Honey Cornbread Waffles might just become your new go-to side.