**Mini Cheddar Bacon Loaves (Cornbread)**
These bite-sized cornbread loaves are a delightful combination of sweet cornbread and savory fillings. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or as a side dish for your next meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create these delicious mini loaves that are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. This recipe also includes a variation for Cornbread Muffins, made with the same batter but baked in muffin tins. Additionally, you can find a recipe for Bacon and Jalapeño Cornbread Muffins, which adds a spicy kick to the classic cornbread recipe. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these tasty cornbread creations!
LI'L CHEDDAR MEAT LOAVES
I got this recipe from my aunt when I was a teen and have made these miniature loaves many times since. My husband and three children count this main dish among their favorites. -Kathy Bowron, Cocolalla, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk egg and milk. Stir in the cheese, oats, onion and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 8 loaves; place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar and mustard; spoon over loaves. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 547mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
MINI CHEDDAR BACON LOAVES -- CORNBREAD!
From chindeep.com, April 6, 2012 -- recipe by Melissa. Serve warm for breakfast with strawberry jam, or serve at room temperature. Add pickled jalapenos and these might be perfect served with chili! NOTE: Time for frying bacon is included in the prep time.
Provided by KerfuffleUponWincle
Categories Quick Breads
Time 38m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Butter 8 mini loaf pans, or large muffin tins.
- Combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, paprika, onion powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, use a wire whisk to combine buttermilk, egg and melted butter.
- Stir in the flour mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the bacon. and 1/2 cup cheese. and the (OPTIONAL) minced pickled jalapenos.
- Pour about 1/2 cup batter into each of the buttered loaf tins.
- Bake for 8 minutes.
- Sprinkle the rest of the cheese evenly over the tops of the loaves. Bake just until a toothpick inserted in the center of the loaves comes out clean (about 8-10 minutes more.).
- Cool for 10 minutes. Loosen edges and turn out onto a wire rack. Serve warm, or at room temperature.
- NOTE: My little loaf pan has eight openings (3.7" x 2.4" each).
BACON-CHEDDAR MEAT LOAVES
It's easy to get your family eating healthier with menus as delicious as the one Tonya Vowels of Vine Grove, Kentucky shares here. Who'd ever guess that mini Bacon-Cheddar Meat Loaves this moist, tender and full of flavor could possibly be light-especially when topped with bacon and melted cheese!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the egg whites, crackers, 1/3 cup cheese, onion, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into four small loaves; place in an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish. Top each with a half-strip of bacon., Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; bake 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 672mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use a muffin tin that is well-greased or lined with paper liners to prevent sticking.
- Be sure to preheat your oven before baking the cornbread loaves.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a dense cornbread.
- Bake the cornbread loaves until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cornbread loaves to cool slightly before serving.
Conclusion:
These mini cheddar bacon loaves are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or any other special occasion. With their cheesy, bacon-y flavor, these cornbread loaves are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, give these mini cheddar bacon loaves a try. You won't be disappointed!
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