Description
Cornbread Poppers are bite-sized treats that combine the savory goodness of cornbread with various flavorful fillings. They are versatile and can be customized with ingredients like cheese, jalapeños, or honey butter, making them perfect for appetizers, snacks, or side dishes.
Ingredients
– 1 box (8.5 oz) Jiffy Cornbread Mix (or equivalent homemade cornbread batter)
– 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels, thawed if frozen
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 15 large jalapeño peppers, halved and seeded
– Optional: 1/2 cup cooked and diced bacon
– Optional: 1/2 cup cream cheese, cut into small cubes
– Optional: 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– Optional: 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
– Optional: 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
– Optional: 1/3 cup cornmeal
– Optional: 2 teaspoons baking powder
– Optional: 1/2 cup milk
– Optional: 1/4 cup melted butter
– Optional: 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. Prepare the cornbread batter according to the package instructions, adding the corn kernels and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. If desired, fold in cooked bacon.
3. Slice the jalapeño peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. If you prefer a milder flavor, you can also remove the white pith.
4. Spoon the cornbread batter into each jalapeño half, filling them generously but not overflowing. Place the stuffed jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Sprinkle additional cheddar cheese on top of each filled jalapeño half.
6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cornbread is firm and cooked through, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. (Optional) While the poppers are baking, prepare a honey butter glaze by mixing melted butter and honey together. Brush this glaze over the warm poppers as soon as they come out of the oven for added sweetness and shine.
8. Serve warm, and enjoy!
Notes
– For a spicier kick, consider adding diced jalapeños to the cornbread batter.
– To make these poppers vegetarian, omit the bacon and use plant-based cheese alternatives.
– If you prefer a gluten-free option, ensure that the cornbread mix and other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
– These poppers can be served with dipping sauces like ranch dressing, barbecue sauce, or a spicy aioli.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 120kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg