Description
These savory waffles feature crunchy bacon, sweet fig-infused goat cheese, and hearty cornmeal, making them a delightful choice for brunch or a light dinner.
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups Unbleached Whole Wheat Flour
- 1/2 cup Cornmeal
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Sugar
- 4 strips Bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 3 Eggs, separated
- 4 ounces Goat Cheese with Fig
- 1 1/2 cups Buttermilk
- 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat an electric waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar with a wire whisk. Make a well in the center of the bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, buttermilk, and melted butter until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the well of the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter until just incorporated.
- Fold in the crumbled bacon and goat cheese with fig.
- Pour the batter onto the preheated waffle maker, spreading it out evenly. Close the lid and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
- Carefully remove the waffles and serve immediately, or keep warm in a low oven until ready to serve.
Notes
Serve these waffles with thyme-infused maple syrup for an extra layer of flavor. They can be enjoyed on their own without syrup, as the fig and bacon provide plenty of taste. Store leftover waffles in a zip lock bag in the refrigerator and reheat in a toaster or oven for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large waffle
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 18
- Cholesterol: 120