Cupcakes are great because they are simple to cook and can be made in a variety of different flavors. One peculiar cupcake we came across was bacon, jalapeño and peach flavored ones, which certainly sounds like a strange combination.
Surprisingly, these diverse ingredients taste very good together, with the sweetness of the peach perfectly complementing the spicy jalapeños and smokey bacon.
This list has 15 recipes for bacon, jalapeño peach cupcakes, muffins and some other culinary concoctions that use this unique blend of ingredients.
1. Bacon Jalapeño Peach Cupcakes With Spicy Cream Cheese Frosting
After mixing together the dry and wet ingredients for this cupcake mix, diced peaches and bacon are folded into the batter. This creates a cake that is sweet but with a subtle smokey flavor that tastes amazing.
The whole thing is topped with a cream cheese frosting that has Jalapeño’s mixed into it for a nice spicy kick. These cupcakes take less than 20 minutes to make and are a unique dessert for anyone looking to try a sweet treat with a difference.
2. Gluten Free Bacon Jalapeño Cornbread
Cornmeal is already gluten-free, which makes this the perfect recipe to try next time you are cooking for someone with special dietary requirements. Sliced bacon is mixed into this bread along with a jalapeño jam to make it both sweet and spicy.
For extra sweetness, you can supplement this jam for a jalapeño and peach preserve instead to keep the spice but add a little fruit into the mix.
3. Jalapeño Cheddar Muffins with Peach Filling
Jalapeños go surprisingly well with peaches to create an excellent combination of fruity sweetness and spicy heat. These cheddar muffins have a delicious hot cheese outside with a delicious peach jam filling.
Before you can eat them, you will need to let these muffins cool for a total of 15 minutes to make sure they don’t fall apart.
4. Jalapeño Candied Bacon Peach Cobbler
This may be one of the weirdest cobblers you have ever tried, but that doesn’t stop it from being a sumptuous dessert bursting with interesting flavors.
The pie crust that acts as the base for this dish has a dash of vodka in it, which gives it a nice boozy edge that goes well with the peaches. Candied bacon is mixed into the jalapeño peach filling to make a dish that is sweet, spicy and smokey all at the same time.
5. Roasted Peach and Bacon Muffins
You will need to keep the fat from your pan after you have finished frying the bacon for this recipe. This is to make up the fat content for the cupcakes and infuse the salty flavor of the meat all the way through the mixture.
Fresh peaches are diced up and folded into the batter, and if you want, you could even add a few jalapeños for an extra spicy kick.
6. Bacon Wrapped Peaches
Forget about cakes and muffins, this recipe cuts straight to the chase with peach slices wrapped in bacon. This dish is as simple as it sounds and only takes 30 minutes to cook and prepare. In order to keep the bacon wrapped around the peach slice, you will need to pierce it with a toothpick.
When frying the peaches in a pan, make sure the toothpick is at an angle, so it doesn’t push the bacon away from the surface of the frying pan.
7. Bacon Maple Cupcakes Recipe with Chocolate
These cupcakes have candied bacon in them alongside chocolate and maple syrup to create a delicious smokey and sweet flavor. The mixture also has a dash of peach whiskey added to provide extra sweetness.
The whole thing is topped off with a simple frosting flavored with more peach whiskey. If you wanted, you can add finely diced jalapeño’s to the mix for a dash of heat that works wonders with the chocolate and bacon.
8. Vegan Jalapeño Peach Muffins
Not only are the jalapeño peach muffins vegan, but they are gluten-free as well. They use flax seeds to replace the eggs, and psyllium husk powder to hold everything together.
With fresh peaches, ginger and seeded jalapeno peppers, these muffins are a peculiar but amazing combination of sweet and savory. You can use a meat free alternative to bacon sweetened with maple syrup if you want to make a nice smokey garnish.
9. Peaches N’ Steam Cupcakes
With Habanero peppers instead of jalapeños, these cupcakes are extra hot and the ultimate dessert for any spice fan. The peaches for this recipe are roasted to bring out their flavor, and all the cupcakes have a delicious filling made from peach schnapps and diced habanero.
A cream cheese and peach frosting is added on top and garnished with candied habaneros for a super spicy cupcake that will make your mouth water.
10. Candied Jalapeño Bacon Viogner Cupcakes
These cupcakes are made with bacon, and diced jalapeños flavored with a dash of Viogner wine. With four eggs in the batter, the cakes are beautifully moist and have a soft, fluffy texture.
If you want to make this recipe a bit more sweet, you can replace the wine with peach schnapps. Remember to save some candied bacon for garnishing your cupcakes once they are done.
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11. Bacon, Cheddar and Jalapeño Muffins
Since they aren’t overwhelmingly sweet, you can enjoy these muffins as a great savory snack. The bacon makes them deliciously smokey, while the diced jalapeños add a spicy kick that is enough to make your eyes water.
There is only one tablespoon of sugar in this recipe, which means it isn’t as sweet as some of the others on this list. You can make them sweeter by adding finely chopped peaches to the batter.
12. Gluten-Free Cornbread with Jalapeño and Bacon
This spicy cornbread very moist and succulent, while still being completely gluten-free. Along with smoked bacon and jalapeños, this bread is also flavored with cumin, and onions for a deliciously savory meal that works equally well by itself or as a side-dish.
Fresh corn kernels are included as well as cornmeal to make this recipe both sweet and wholesome.
13. Jalapeno Popper Cupcakes
With only five ingredients, these bacon and jalapeño poppers are extremely quick and easy to make. The moisture is provided by shredded cheddar and cream cheese to offer a creamy texture that brings out the spice.
It is recommended to remove the ribs and seeds from your jalapeños before baking, unless you are a massive spice fan and think you can handle the heat.
14. Cheddar Bacon Jalapeño Corn Muffins
Cheese goes well with bacon and jalapeños to create a creamy muffin that has the perfect texture. This recipe uses shredded cheddar and sweetcorn for a muffin that is both sweet and savory.
These cakes are great by themselves, but also make an excellent appetizer for any Mexican meal. In order to make them, you will need to cook your bacon before folding it into the batter to release its smokey flavor.
15. 4th Corner Bakery’s Bacon-Jalapeno-Peach Cupcake
This recipe has ground cinnamon in it, which goes very well with the smokey bacon and fruity peaches. Canned peaches are used so that the juice can be included to provide extra moisture and sweetness.
You will also need to find a jalapeño and peach jam, which can be bought from most supermarkets, or you could make your own if you prefer. These cupcakes can take a while to make, but once they are done, you will love the unique flavor of this sweet and spicy desert.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Do You Make Candied Bacon?
If you want a delicious garnish to put on top of your cupcakes, then you can make your own candied bacon at home with a few simple ingredients.
To make candied bacon, simply sprinkle it with brown sugar or cover with maple syrup before cooking it in the oven until nice and crispy.
Can You Make Cupcakes With Other Types Of Pepper Than Jalapeños?
If you want to give your cupcakes a pleasant spicy kick, then you can add finely diced seeded jalapeños. You can also use any other types of pepper instead, such as cayenne or habaneros peppers, should you wish.
Habaneros are much spicier than jalapeños, so always be very careful you don’t add too much.
Do I Need To Cook My Bacon Before Adding It To Cupcakes?
You should always cook your bacon before adding it to cupcakes. This not only prevents food poisoning from ingesting raw meat, but it also helps to greatly enhance the flavor.
If you want the smokey taste of bacon to permeate through your cupcake batter, then you can also add some grease from the frying pan after the bacon is cooked.
Conclusion
If you are looking for a unique cupcake that is on the border between sweet and savory, then any of the above recipes will make a great choice.
Bacon, jalapeños and peaches may sound like a culinary disaster, but these flavors all work well together to produce a blend of smokey, spicy and fruity delight.
So why not give these cupcakes a try for your next party. Even if you aren’t a fan yourself, it will be worth it just to see your friends’ reaction.
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