Y’all, let me tell you about the most heavenly midnight snack that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance! As a Southern girl who’s no stranger to late-night cravings, I’ve perfected these Cream Cheese Stuffed Jalapeño Cornbread Bites that’ll have you sneaking to the kitchen at midnight like a teenager raiding the fridge!
Trust me, honey, this isn’t your mama’s boring cornbread recipe. These little bites of joy are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with a creamy, spicy surprise that’ll make you forget all about those basic snacks.
Here’s what you’ll need (don’t worry, I won’t judge if you lick the spoon):
– 1 box of Jiffy cornbread mix
– 1 egg
– ⅓ cup milk
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 4 jalapeños, finely diced (remove seeds if you’re feeling wimpy 😉)
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 3 strips of bacon, crumbled
– ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
– Pinch of garlic powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
Now, let’s get cooking, y’all!
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (because patience is a virtue, but these are worth the wait!)
2. Mix that Jiffy mix, egg, and milk until it’s smoother than a Sunday sermon
3. In another bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, diced jalapeños, honey, and crumbled bacon
4. Spray your mini muffin tin with cooking spray (don’t skip this step, trust your girl!)
5. Fill each cup halfway with cornbread batter
6. Add a dollop of that cream cheese mixture
7. Top with remaining batter and sprinkle with cheddar cheese
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown
Y’all, if you’re loving this recipe as much as my late-night cravings do, make sure to follow me on Newsbreak for more delicious Southern recipes that’ll make your grandma proud! Drop a comment below and tell me how these little bites of heaven turned out for you!
The best part? These reheat beautifully, but let’s be real – they probably won’t last that long! I’ve caught my husband sneaking these at 2 AM, and honestly, I can’t even blame him!
These bites are perfect for watch parties, midnight snacks, or those times when you’re just feeling fancy in your PJs. The jalapeños add just enough kick to wake up your taste buds without setting your mouth on fire (unless you left those seeds in, you brave soul!).
Listen, sugar, if you’ve made it this far and haven’t started preheating your oven yet, what are you waiting for? And don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more mouthwatering recipes that’ll have your family fighting over the last bite! Share your cooking adventures in the comments below – I love seeing y’all put your own spin on these Southern classics!
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got another batch calling my name in the kitchen! 💋🧁
