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Crispy Cornbread Waffles with Hearty Chili and Sour Cream

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A comforting and quick recipe featuring crispy cornbread waffles topped with rich, spiced chili and a dollop of sour cream. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or dairy-free milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (or olive oil for dairy-free)
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey (or plant-based crumble for vegan option)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup beef or vegetable broth
  • Sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
  • Fresh chopped cilantro or green onions (optional garnish)
  • Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cornbread Waffle Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. In a separate bowl, beat eggs with buttermilk and melted butter. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Make the Hearty Chili: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the ground beef or turkey for 5-7 minutes, draining excess fat if needed. Add onion and garlic; cook 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; toast spices for 1 minute. Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and broth. Simmer on low for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  3. Cook the Cornbread Waffles: Preheat waffle iron and lightly grease. Pour 1/3 to 1/2 cup batter onto waffle iron. Cook 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Keep waffles warm on a cooling rack.
  4. Assemble and Serve: Place a warm waffle on a plate, top with hearty chili, a dollop of sour cream, and garnish with cilantro or green onions. Add shredded cheddar cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Let the waffle iron fully preheat for crispy waffles. Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are fine. Reheat waffles in a toaster oven to maintain crispiness. Adjust chili spice level to taste. Batter can be refrigerated up to 24 hours before cooking. Freeze chili and waffles separately for best results.

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Keywords: cornbread waffles, chili, comfort food, easy dinner, weeknight meal, sour cream, hearty chili, crispy waffles

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