Gina's Pimento Cheese Cakes Recipe

Name: Gina's Pimento Cheese Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 strips bacon, for garnish; 12 ounces extra-sharp white Cheddar, grated; 1/4 cup grated extra-sharp yellow Cheddar; 1 (7-ounce) jar pimentos, drained and finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon Neelys BBQ seasoning, recipe follows; 4 chopped scallions, for garnish; 1 cup self-rising cornmeal; 1 cup self-rising flour; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 1 1/4 cups buttermilk; 3 tablespoons melted butter, plus 1/4 tablespoon cold butter; 1/2 cup finely chopped onion; 1 teaspoon seeded and chopped jalapeno; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 7 ounces green chiles, drained and chopped; 3/4 cup white sugar; 1 1/3 cups paprika; 3 3/4 tablespoons onion powder

Servings: persons

4 strips bacon, for garnish
12 ounces extra-sharp white Cheddar, grated
1/4 cup grated extra-sharp yellow Cheddar
1 (7-ounce) jar pimentos, drained and finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Neelys BBQ seasoning, recipe follows
4 chopped scallions, for garnish
1 cup self-rising cornmeal
1 cup self-rising flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
3 tablespoons melted butter, plus 1/4 tablespoon cold butter
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon seeded and chopped jalapeno
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
7 ounces green chiles, drained and chopped
3/4 cup white sugar
1 1/3 cups paprika
3 3/4 tablespoons onion powder

1
Cook the bacon, over medium heat in a small skillet, until crisp.
2
Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain and cool, then chop and set aside.
3
Combine the remaining ingredients, except the scallions, in a medium bowl and mix well.
4
Refrigerate for 2 hours.
5
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
6
In a large bowl add the flour, cornmeal, sugar, eggs, buttermilk and 3 tablespoons melted butter.
7
Mix well to combine.
8
Saute onions and jalapenos using 1/4 tablespoon butter, about 2 minutes.
9
Add salt, pepper and chiles.
10
Remove from heat, cool slightly and add to the batter.
11
Spray 2 (12 capacity) muffin pans with nonstick spray.
12
Fill the pans 3/4 full with the batter.
13
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden.
14
Let cool and frost with pimento cheese mixture.
15
Garnish with chopped bacon and chopped scallions.
16
Mix all ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

2072

kcal

Calories

159

Fat

129

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 strips bacon, for garnish, 12 ounces extra-sharp white Cheddar, grated, 1/4 cup grated extra-sharp yellow Cheddar, 1 (7-ounce) jar pimentos, drained and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Gina's Pimento Cheese Cakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gina's Pimento Cheese Cakes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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