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Jalapeño Cornbread Whoopie Pies with Bacon Goat Cheese Filling

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Jalapeño Cornbread Whoopie Pies with Bacon Goat Cheese Filling offer a savory twist on a classic treat. Soft, spiced cornbread cakes are paired with creamy, tangy goat cheese and smoky bacon filling—perfect for brunches, parties, or elevated snacks.

Ingredients

For the Jalapeño Cornbread Cakes:

  • 1 cup cornmeal

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 tablespoons sugar

  • 1 tablespoon baking powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1/4 cup melted butter

  • 1/2 cup chopped jalapeños (seeds removed for less heat)

For the Bacon Goat Cheese Filling:

 

  • 4 oz goat cheese, softened

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 4 slices cooked bacon, finely chopped

  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional)

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

  3. In another bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter. Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in jalapeños.

  4. Drop 1.5-tablespoon scoops of batter onto the prepared sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.

  5. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until golden and springy to the touch. Let cool completely.

  6. For the filling, beat goat cheese and cream cheese until smooth. Fold in bacon and honey, if using. Season with salt and pepper.

  7. Spread or pipe filling on half of the cornbread cakes. Top with remaining halves to form sandwiches.

  8. Serve immediately or chill briefly to firm up filling.

Notes

  • Use a piping bag for a cleaner, more elegant presentation.

  • For vegetarian version, omit bacon and add roasted red pepper or caramelized onion bits.

  • These can be made a few hours ahead and chilled until serving.

  • Slightly warm before serving for a melty, creamy texture.

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