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 (420 ml) Unbleached Whole Wheat Flour
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) Cornmeal
- 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
- 1 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1/2 tsp Sugar
- 4 strips Bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 3 Eggs, separated
- 4 oz (115 g) Goat Cheese with Fig
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) Buttermilk
- 1/4 cup (55 g) 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