30-Minute Fluffy Blueberry Cornmeal Waffles
Golden cornmeal waffles studded with fresh blueberries create a delightfully textured breakfast with sweet-tart bursts in every bite. The cornmeal adds a pleasant grittiness and subtle corn flavor that pairs beautifully with juicy blueberries. Served with homemade blueberry butter that combines fresh berries with powdered sugar for extra sweetness, these waffles are perfect for weekend brunches or special breakfast occasions. The Greek yogurt in the batter keeps them tender and adds a slight tang that balances the sweetness.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ¼ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoon oil
- ½ cup blueberries, fresh
- ½ cup butter, unsalted, at room temperature & soft
- ⅓ cup blueberries, fresh
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
Instructions
- 1
Heat waffle iron
- 2
Mix cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar and salt in large bowl
- 3
Beat eggs in smaller bowl, add milk, yogurt and oil
- 4
Pour yogurt mixture into dry ingredients and stir until just combined
- 5
Fold in blueberries
- 6
Allow batter to sit 5 minutes while waffle iron heats
- 7
Cook waffles according to waffle iron instructions
- 8
Mash butter with blueberries and powdered sugar for blueberry butter
Tips
Let batter rest 5 minutes before cooking to allow cornmeal to hydrate for better texture
Don't overmix the batter to keep waffles light and fluffy
Make blueberry butter ahead and let flavors meld in refrigerator
Good to Know
Store leftover waffles in refrigerator up to 3 days, freeze up to 3 months
Make blueberry butter up to 3 days ahead, batter best used immediately
Serve hot with blueberry butter and maple syrup
Common Mistakes
Don't overmix batter to avoid tough waffles
Ensure waffle iron is fully heated before cooking
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I use frozen blueberries instead of fresh?
Yes, use frozen blueberries without thawing. They may bleed slightly into the batter but will still taste delicious.
What if I don't have a waffle iron?
You can make these as pancakes instead. Cook on griddle for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
How long do leftover waffles keep?
Store in refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in toaster or oven.