Cornmeal Cheddar Waffles with Fried Eggs + Avocado Pico de Gallo
Light and crispy cornmeal cheddar waffles are topped with a beautiful fried egg and tons of avocado pico de gallo for the BEST savory twist on waffles you'll ever have!
Servings 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon agave syrup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup white whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Pico de Gallo:
- 2 avocados pitted and diced
- 2 medium tomatoes cored and diced
- 1 small jalapeno minced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Fried Eggs:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the waffles: In a large bowl, whisk butter, eggs,agave, and milk until smooth. In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Fold flour mixture into liquid until batter is just combined. Fold in cheese.
- Cook waffles in a waffle maker according to manufacturers instructions until waffles are crispy and golden-brown. Keep warm.
- Make the pico de gallo: In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients. Set aside for a moment.
- Make the fried eggs: In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil until shimmery. Fry eggs two at a time 3-4 minutes until golden brown around edges and white is set. Remove from pan with a spatula and carefully place on warm waffles.
- Top waffles with pico de gallo and serve immediately. Enjoy!