Cornmeal and fresh lemon zest team up to create waffles with the best texture: lightly crunchy on the outside, tender inside, and beautifully fragrant. They’re naturally gluten free and delicious on their own, but fresh berries make them next level.
🕒 Time
Prep: 20 mins
Total: 40 mins
Yield: Five 7″ waffles or four Belgian-style waffles
🥣 Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (74g) potato starch
- 3/4 cup (103g) whole cornmeal*
- 3 Tbsp (35g) granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 4 Tbsp (57g) melted unsalted butter or 3 Tbsp (35g) vegetable oil
- 1 cup (227g) milk
- 2 Tbsp lemon zest
*If using boxed supermarket cornmeal, increase to 1 1/4 cups (195g) for best texture.
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron. Place a baking sheet with a heatproof rack in a 200°F oven to keep finished waffles warm.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together potato starch, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, melted butter (or oil), milk, and lemon zest.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, then let the batter rest for 10 minutes.
- Lightly grease your hot waffle iron and cook waffles according to manufacturer instructions until golden brown.
- Transfer each waffle to the warm oven while you finish the batch.
- Freeze extras for up to a few weeks — reheat in the toaster for an easy breakfast.
💡 Baker’s Tips
- Whole cornmeal absorbs liquid better than boxed cornmeal. Adjust accordingly!
- This recipe yields about 2 1/2 cups batter. Standard waffle irons use 1/2 cup; Belgian irons use about 3/4 cup.
- Some baking ingredients may contain hidden gluten — always double-check product labels if needed.
FAQ
1. Are these waffles fully gluten-free?
Yes, they use potato starch and cornmeal, but double-check labels to avoid hidden gluten.
2. Can I use regular boxed cornmeal?
Yes! Just increase the amount to 1 1/4 cups (195g) for the right texture.
3. Can I freeze the waffles?
Absolutely. Freeze up to a few weeks and reheat in the toaster.
4. Do I need syrup?
Nope They’re citrusy and flavorful on their own, but berries or a dusting of sugar work great.
5. Can I use oil instead of butter?
Yes replace butter with 3 tablespoons vegetable oil.
Quick Nutrition Table (per 1 waffle)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~230 |
| Carbs | ~28 g |
| Protein | ~5 g |
| Fat | ~10 g |
| Sugar | ~6 g |
| Fiber | ~2 g |
| Sodium | ~330 mg |
