Easy Bacon and Cheese Pumpernickel Puffs
Indulge in the irresistible savory goodness of Easy Bacon and Cheese Pumpernickel Puffs—an elegant yet effortless appetizer perfect for any gathering. Crafted with hearty pumpernickel bread cups, these bite-sized delights are filled with a rich blend of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and smoky crumbled bacon. A velvety egg and cream custard, infused with fresh chives for a burst of flavor, ties everything together before being baked to golden perfection in a muffin tin. With just 15 minutes of prep and an impressive presentation, these cheesy bacon puffs are sure to be a crowd-pleasing favorite at brunches, parties, or as a snack. Serve them warm for the ultimate comfort food experience!
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Ingredients
- 6 slices Pumpernickel bread
- 4 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 slices Cooked bacon
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Chopped chives
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
Step 2
Cut each slice of pumpernickel bread into quarters and press each piece into the wells of the muffin tin to create a cup shape.
Step 3
In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until softened and smooth.
Step 4
Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon until well combined.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, chopped chives, salt, and black pepper until fully blended.
Step 6
Fill each pumpernickel cup with a spoonful of the cheese and bacon mixture, about halfway full.
Step 7
Pour the egg and cream mixture over the filling in each cup, being careful not to overflow.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are puffed and slightly golden.
Step 9
Let the puffs cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then gently remove them and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (801.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2506.9 |
| Total Fat 187.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 104.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g | |
| Cholesterol 895.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4469.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 106.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.7g | |
| Protein 81.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 89.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1119.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 955.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories