Turn on waffle iron and allow it to heat up while you prepare the batter.
Whisk together flour, cornmeal, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
Add eggs, milk, and melted and cooled butter to a separate bowl and whisk to combine.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix by hand until well incorporated.
Stir in shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped chives until combined.
Spray the waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray and pour in the waffle batter. Cook according to your waffle iron's instructions.
Serve savory waffles with an over-easy egg, additional chives, and either a pure maple syrup OR a dollop of sour cream. Enjoy!