Preheat waffle iron and lightly grease with olive oil or non-stick spray.

In a bowl, whisk cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, and melted butter.

Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients; stir until just combined. Fold in shredded smoked gouda.

Spoon ~2 Tbsp batter into each waffle compartment. Cook until golden and crisp, about 2–3 min per batch.

Transfer warm bites to a plate and immediately drizzle with honey.

Serve while warm as appetizers, brunch treats, or snack bites.