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Jalapeño Cornbread Whoopie Pies

Savory Jalapeño Cornbread Whoopie Pies

Delight in these Jalapeño Cornbread Whoopie Pies that offer a unique savory twist perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 pies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cornbread
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with a gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free pies
  • 1 cup fine cornmeal
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk substitute with yogurt or milk plus vinegar if needed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup fresh jalapeños remove seeds for a milder taste
For the Filling
  • 4 oz goat cheese can be replaced with cream cheese or ricotta
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk
  • 1/2 cup crispy chopped bacon turkey bacon can be used as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives green onions work well as an alternative

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • baking tray
  • parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • cookie scoop
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients and whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently. Fold in the diced jalapeños.
  5. Scoop generous spoonfuls of batter onto the baking tray, spaced about 4 cm apart, and bake for 12-15 minutes.
  6. Let the cornbread rounds cool on the tray for 3-5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare the filling by mixing goat cheese, cream cheese, and milk, then fold in crispy bacon and chives.
  8. Spread filling on half of the cooled cornbread rounds and top with another round to create a sandwich.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store assembled whoopie pies in an airtight container for up to 1-2 days. For longer storage, freeze without filling for up to 2 months.

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