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Cornbread Tamale Bites with Jalapeno

Delicious Cornbread Tamale Bites with Jalapeno Awaits You

These Cornbread Tamale Bites with Jalapeno are a flavor-packed appetizer perfect for gatherings, combining spicy jalapenos, creamy cheese, and crispy bacon in a delightful cornbread wrapper.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Wrappers
  • 10 pieces Dried Corn Husks Soak in warm water beforehand.
Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Adds creaminess.
  • 2 pcs Jalapenos Diced; sauté for milder flavor.
  • 3 pcs Green Onions Chopped for freshness.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Infuses rich flavor.
  • 4 oz Cooked Bacon Crumble for added crunch.
Cornbread Base
  • 1 box Jiffy Cornbread Mix Fast and easy base.
  • 1 pcs Egg Binds the mixture.
  • 1 cup Milk Ensures moisture.

Equipment

  • Muffin Pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Soak the dried corn husks in warm water for about 20 minutes until pliable, then cut them into 4-inch squares.
  3. Oil a muffin pan and line each cup with the corn husk squares.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the Jiffy cornbread mix, egg, and milk until smooth.
  5. In another bowl, blend the cream cheese, jalapenos, green onions, and cheddar cheese until creamy.
  6. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the cornbread mixture into each husk, add 2 tablespoons of filling, and sprinkle crumbled bacon on top.
  7. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown and risen.
  8. Once baked, let them cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to customize your filling with different cheeses or proteins. These bites can be prepared in advance and refrigerated for quick entertaining.

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