Cornbread Waffle Bites with Honey Butter Syrup

Cornbread Waffle Bites with Honey Butter Syrup

Ingredients:

For the Cornbread Waffle Bites:

• 1 cup cornbread mix
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional)

For the Honey Butter Syrup:

• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
• Pinch of salt

Directions:

1. Prepare the batter: In a bowl, whisk together cornbread mix, buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until smooth. Stir in cheddar cheese and bacon if using.
2. Cook the waffles: Preheat a mini waffle maker and lightly grease with cooking spray. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter into each section and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Repeat with remaining batter.
3. Make the syrup: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, butter, maple syrup (if using), and salt. Stir until the butter melts and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.
4. Serve: Arrange waffle bites on a platter and drizzle with warm honey butter syrup. Serve immediately.

Enjoy these sweet and savory bites!