Cornmeal Waffles With Balsamic Strawberry Sauce

Name: Cornmeal Waffles With Balsamic Strawberry Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce:; 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar; 3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered; 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; Waffles:; 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup 2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal; 1/4 cup packed brown sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 cup sour cream; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 2 large eggs, separated

Servings: persons

Sauce:
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Waffles:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup 2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup sour cream
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs, separated

1
Bring the vinegar to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes, until the mixture has thickened and reduced to about 2 tablespoons. Stir in the strawberries, brown sugar, and salt and increase the heat to medium. Simmer for 5 to 6 minutes, mashing the strawberries with a potato masher, until the berries have softened and the sauce has thickened slightly. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
2
Whisk together the flour, cornmeal, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk together the sour cream, melted butter, and egg yolks in a separate bowl. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the wet ingredients, whisking until well combined.
3
Place the egg whites in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on medium-high speed for 3 to 4 minutes, until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter and mix just until no white streaks remain.
4
Preheat a waffle iron and spray generously with nonstick cooking spray. Cook the waffles according to the manufacturers' instructions. Spoon the cooled strawberry sauce over the waffles and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce:, 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar, 3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered, 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Cornmeal Waffles With Balsamic Strawberry Sauce falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!