Waffle Iron Cornbread Fritters (Printable Version)

Cornbread fritters with cheddar, chives, and corn cooked in a waffle iron for a crispy snack or side.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup cornmeal
02 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 3/4 cup buttermilk
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Add-ins

10 - 1 cup fresh or thawed frozen corn kernels
11 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions
13 - 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the waffle iron following the manufacturer's guidance and lightly grease the surfaces with oil or nonstick spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground black pepper until thoroughly combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Stir in the buttermilk and melted unsalted butter until well blended.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently, mixing only until just combined to avoid overworking the batter.
05 - Fold in the corn kernels, shredded cheddar cheese, chives or green onions, and jalapeño if desired until evenly distributed.
06 - Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of batter into each segment of the waffle iron, adjusting for size as needed.
07 - Close the waffle iron lid and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until fritters are golden brown and crisp.
08 - Carefully remove finished fritters with a spatula and repeat with the remaining batter, regreasing the iron as necessary. Serve immediately while warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy to make with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry
  • Ready in just over 30 minutes with minimal handson effort
  • Baked not fried for a lighter twist and less mess
  • Customizable with your favorite cheeses herbs or optional heat from jalapeño
  • Perfect for entertaining or using up leftover corn
02 -
  • High in fiber and protein thanks to corn and eggs
  • Can be made vegetarian or adapted with bacon
  • Perfect for freezing and reheating
03 -
  • Prep all your addins first for smooth assembly
  • Do not overmix the batter or the fritters can turn dense
  • Always preheat the waffle iron for the best sizzle and browning
  • Test the first fritter to adjust cook time if needed for your particular waffle iron
  • Make a double batch because leftovers disappear fast In my house these fritters are a handsdown favorite for potlucks brunches and those cozy days when homemade comfort is on the menu

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