Vegan Savory Corn Waffles

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these Vegan Savory Corn Waffles are a flavorful twist on classic waffles, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner! Made with a blend of all-purpose flour and cornmeal for a hearty texture, these plant-based waffles are bursting with sweet corn kernels, zesty scallions, and vibrant fresh cilantro. The batter comes together effortlessly with almond milk vegan “buttermilk,” a hint of olive oil for richness, and a sprinkle of cayenne for a subtle kick. Cooked to golden perfection in a waffle iron, each waffle is a delightful medley of savory flavors, ideal for serving with avocado slices, vegan sour cream, or your favorite toppings. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe proves that waffles can be so much more than just sweet—they can be absolutely savory and satisfying, too!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 1 cup Frozen corn kernels, thawed
• 0.5 cup Chopped scallions (green onions)
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir well to distribute the ingredients evenly.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let this mixture sit for 2 minutes to create a vegan 'buttermilk'.

Step 3

Add the olive oil and maple syrup to the almond milk mixture and whisk until combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the corn kernels, chopped scallions, cilantro, and cayenne pepper until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 7

Lightly grease the waffle iron with a non-stick cooking spray or brush with oil.

Step 8

Pour or ladle enough batter onto the waffle iron to cover the surface, avoiding overfilling.

Step 9

Close the lid and cook according to the waffle maker's instructions, typically about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.

Step 10

Carefully remove the waffle and repeat with the remaining batter.

Step 11

Serve the waffles warm, potentially topped with additional fresh cilantro, avocado slices, or vegan sour cream for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1113.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1896.8

Total Fat 58.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4000.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 318.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.0g	0%
Total Sugars 29.4g
Protein 38.4g	0%

Vitamin D 131.8IU	0%
Calcium 759.0mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 1582.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.9%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 65.3%