Best 6 Cornmeal Waffles With Apricot Cherry Compote Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable breakfast or brunch experience with our Cornmeal Waffles with Apricot-Cherry Compote, a delightful combination of textures and flavors. These crispy yet fluffy waffles, made from a blend of cornmeal and all-purpose flour, offer a slightly sweet and nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the vibrant Apricot-Cherry Compote. This compote, a medley of juicy apricots, plump cherries, warm spices, and a hint of lemon zest, bursts with a sweet-tart flavor that complements the waffles beautifully.

Our recipe also includes instructions for a flavorful Spiced Maple Butter, which adds a touch of warmth and sweetness to each bite. For those seeking a vegan alternative, we provide a separate recipe for Vegan Cornmeal Waffles, ensuring everyone can enjoy these delicious waffles. Additionally, we have included a recipe for a refreshing Blueberry-Lemon Smoothie, the perfect accompaniment to your waffle breakfast or brunch.

Whether you prefer classic waffles or a vegan option, this article has you covered. Embrace the delightful flavors of cornmeal waffles, apricot-cherry compote, spiced maple butter, and a refreshing blueberry-lemon smoothie. Treat your taste buds to a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CORNMEAL WAFFLES WITH APRICOT-CHERRY COMPOTE



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This rendition of a breakfast favorite owes itssubstantial crunch to yellow cornmeal and its subtle tang to buttermilk. Warm, syrupy nectar from the fruit compote seeps into the wafflesfor a touch of sweetness. A dollop of creme fraiche blended with confectioners' sugar adds another layer of texture and taste.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces creme fraiche
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup coarse yellow cornmeal
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/3 cup vegetable oil
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Apricot-Cherry Compote

Steps:

  • Whisk together creme fraiche and confectioners' sugar in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use (up to overnight).
  • Whisk together flour, cornmeal, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla in a small bowl. Add egg mixture to flour mixture; stir until combined. Add oil and butter; whisk until smooth.
  • Heat a waffle iron (preferably Belgian-style). Ladle 1/2 cup batter into each mold. Cook according to manufacturer's instructions until golden brown. Place waffles in a 200-degree oven to keep warm while you make the rest. Serve topped with compote and sweetened creme fraiche.

APRICOT-CHERRY COMPOTE



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Make this for our Cornmeal Waffles.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound apricots, quartered
1/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Pinch of salt
1/2 pound Bing cherries, pitted and halved (or use whole frozen cherries)

Steps:

  • Put apricots, sugar, 2 tablespoons water, the lemon juice, and salt into a medium saucepan. Cover; bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook until apricots have softened. Stir in cherries. Serve warm or at room temperature.

SWEDISH WAFFLES WITH BERRY COMPOTE



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These waffles are a weekend favorite with Gavin Kaysen's family-the recipe comes from his wife Linda's family in Sweden-and we're sure yours will love them, too. Topped with a fresh berry compote, they're a great way to start a day of lounging in your PJs.

Provided by Gavin Kaysen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pint blueberries, blackberries, or raspberries, or use a combination, if you prefer
3 tablespoons sugar
Juice of half a lemon
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 pinch kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups whole milk
7 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for brushing the waffle iron

Steps:

  • Berry compote: In a small saucepan, combine berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Gently heat until sugar is dissolved. Crush about half of the berries with a wooden spoon; allow the rest to soften but maintain their shape, 10 minutes. Set aside.
  • Waffles: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Make a well in the ingredients and pour in the milk and vanilla; whisk thoroughly. Then whisk in warm (not hot) melted butter until fully incorporated. The batter should be thin.
  • Heat a waffle iron according to the manufacturer's directions. Brush waffle iron on both sides with some of the remaining melted butter. Ladle enough batter to evenly cover the lower plate. Close the lid and cook until the waffles are brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Repeat in batches with remaining batter; make 6-7 waffles.
  • Assembly: Place waffles on a serving platter, spoon berries on top, and serve.

CORNMEAL WAFFLES WITH APRICOT-CHERRY COMPOTE



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Categories     Low Fat     Apricot     Cherry     Cornmeal     Simmer

Yield makes 6

Number Of Ingredients 20

8 ounces crème fraîche
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup coarse yellow cornmeal
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/3 cup vegetable oil
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Apricot-Cherry Compote (recipe follows)
Apricot-Cherry Compote
1 pound apricots, quartered
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Pinch of salt
1/2 pound Bing cherries, pitted and halved (or use whole frozen cherries)
(makes about 3 cups)

Steps:

  • Whisk together crème fraîche and confectioners' sugar in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use (up to overnight).
  • Whisk together flour, cornmeal, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla in a small bowl. Add egg mixture to flour mixture; stir until combined. Add oil and butter; whisk until smooth.
  • Heat a waffle iron (preferably Belgian-style). Ladle 1/2 cup batter into each mold. Cook according to manufacturer's instructions until golden brown. Place waffles on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven to keep warm while you make the rest. Serve topped with compote and sweetened crème fraîche.
  • Apricot-Cherry Compote
  • Put apricots, sugar, 2 tablespoons water, the lemon juice, and salt into a medium saucepan. Cover; bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook until apricots have softened. Stir in cherries. Serve warm or at room temperature.

WAFFLES WITH PEAR-CHERRY COMPOTE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 cup 2 percent cottage cheese
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 Bosc pears, peeled and cut into small chunks
1/3 cup dried cherries
Juice of 2 oranges (about 1 cup)
2 tablespoons sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup rolled oats
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch of salt
1 1/4 cups milk
1 cup 2 percent cottage cheese
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Grated zest of 1/2 orange
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
Cooking spray

Steps:

  • Make the creamy topping: Combine the cottage cheese, sugar, milk and vanilla in a food processor and puree until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Make the compote: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the pears and cook until the edges brown, about 2 minutes. Add the dried cherries, orange juice, sugar and 1/3 cup water. Bring to a simmer and cook until syrupy, about 5 minutes; set aside.
  • Make the waffles: Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Whisk the flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ginger and salt in a large bowl. Whisk the milk, cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla and orange zest in another bowl (it will be lumpy), then whisk into the flour mixture until just combined. Whisk in the melted butter.
  • Preheat a waffle iron and spray with cooking spray. Ladle in some batter (about 1/2 cup, depending on your waffle iron) and cook until crisp. Transfer to a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven; repeat with the remaining batter. Top the waffles with the creamy topping and compote.

WAFFLES WITH PEACH-BERRY COMPOTE



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This recipe was created one summer Sunday morning when I was looking for a healthier alternative to butter and maple syrup to top my waffles. I was amazed at the results! -Brandi Waters, Fayetteville, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 12 waffles (1-1/2 cups compote).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup chopped peeled fresh or frozen peaches
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
1/2 cup sliced fresh or frozen strawberries
BATTER:
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons flaxseed
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup buttermilk
3/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the peaches, orange juice, brown sugar and cinnamon; bring to a boil over medium heat. Add berries; cook and stir for 8-10 minutes or until thickened. , In a large bowl, combine the flours, flax, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon. Combine the buttermilk, orange juice, oil and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , Bake in a preheated waffle iron according to manufacturer's directions until golden brown. Serve with compote.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For a crispier waffle, cook the batter in a hot waffle iron for 2-3 minutes per side.
  • To make the waffles ahead of time, cook them and then freeze them in a single layer for up to 2 months. When ready to eat, reheat the waffles in a toaster or oven.
  • For a fun and festive presentation, top the waffles with a dollop of whipped cream, fresh fruit, or a drizzle of maple syrup.
  • To make the waffles more decadent, add a tablespoon of butter or a drizzle of honey to the batter.
  • Experiment with different toppings to find your favorite flavor combinations. Some ideas include: fresh fruit, whipped cream, maple syrup, chocolate chips, nuts, or peanut butter.

Conclusion:

Cornmeal waffles with apricot-cherry compote is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. The waffles are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the compote is sweet and tart. This recipe is sure to please everyone at your table.

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