Cornbread Waffles Buttermilk Gravy (Print Version)
Crispy cornbread waffles topped with creamy sausage buttermilk gravy for delicious Southern-inspired comfort.
# Ingredients:
→ Cornbread Waffles
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130 g yellow cornmeal
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125 g all-purpose flour
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25 g granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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0.5 teaspoon baking soda
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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2 large eggs
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360 ml buttermilk
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60 g unsalted butter, melted and cooled
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60 ml vegetable oil
→ Buttermilk Sausage Gravy
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340 g breakfast sausage (pork or turkey, casings removed)
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30 g unsalted butter
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30 g all-purpose flour
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480 ml whole milk
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120 ml buttermilk
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0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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0.5 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
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0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat the waffle iron and lightly grease with oil or nonstick spray.
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In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly blended.
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In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vegetable oil until fully incorporated.
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Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir just until incorporated; avoid overmixing for tender waffles.
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Ladle batter into preheated waffle iron and cook for 4–5 minutes, or until waffles are crisp and golden. Transfer finished waffles to a low oven to keep warm.
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage, breaking it up into small pieces, and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
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Reduce heat to low. Add butter to the sausage and stir until melted. Sprinkle flour over and cook, stirring constantly, for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
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Gradually whisk in whole milk and buttermilk. Increase heat to medium and continue whisking until the gravy thickens, about 4–5 minutes.
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Stir in black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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Serve hot cornbread waffles topped generously with warm buttermilk sausage gravy. Garnish with chopped chives or parsley if desired.
# Additional Notes:
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For a spicier sauce, increase cayenne pepper or add a dash of hot sauce.
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Substitute turkey or chicken sausage for pork if preferred.
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Vegetarian option: Use plant-based sausage and replace some milk with vegetable broth.
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Pairs well with sautéed greens or hot sauce.