Cornbread Waffles Buttermilk Gravy (Print View)

Crispy cornbread waffles paired with rich, savory buttermilk sausage gravy for a delightful brunch.

# Components:

→ Cornbread Waffles

01 - 1 cup yellow cornmeal
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
10 - 1/4 cup vegetable oil

→ Buttermilk Sausage Gravy

11 - 12 ounces breakfast sausage, casings removed
12 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
13 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
14 - 2 cups whole milk
15 - 1/2 cup buttermilk
16 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
17 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
18 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the waffle iron and lightly grease with vegetable oil or nonstick spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, melted unsalted butter, and vegetable oil until smooth and fully incorporated.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
05 - Ladle batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook per the manufacturer's instructions, typically 4 to 5 minutes for each waffle, until crisp and golden brown. Transfer cooked waffles to a low oven to keep warm.
06 - In a large skillet over medium heat, add the breakfast sausage, breaking it up into small pieces. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
07 - Reduce heat to low. Add unsalted butter to the skillet and stir until melted. Sprinkle in all-purpose flour and continuously stir for 1 to 2 minutes until a pale roux forms.
08 - Gradually whisk in whole milk and buttermilk. Increase heat to medium and cook, stirring frequently, until the gravy thickens, about 4 to 5 minutes.
09 - Stir in freshly ground black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper if using. Adjust seasoning to taste.
10 - Arrange cornbread waffles on plates and top generously with hot buttermilk sausage gravy. Garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses easy-to-find pantry ingredients
  • Ready in under 1 hour from scratch
  • Crunchy waffles meet smooth hearty gravy for unbeatable texture
  • Flexible for different diets with options for pork turkey or vegetarian sausage
02 -
  • Packed with protein and fiber making it a satisfying way to start the day
  • Freezes and reheats well for future busy mornings
  • Easy to change up for dietary restrictions or to suit your favorite flavors
03 -
  • For crispest edges let the batter rest five minutes before cooking Pour batter onto a hot welloiled iron and fully preheat for best color
  • Whisk the gravy constantly and slowly add liquid to prevent lumps If you like extra flavor try toasting the cornmeal lightly beforehand

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