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Iowa Party Bites

Iowa Party Bites: Savory Snacks for Every Gathering

Iowa Party Bites are delightful, bite-sized snacks filled with creamy cheeses and zesty green chiles, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 10 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Midwestern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups scoop-shaped tortilla chips best for holding more filling
  • 1 egg acts as a binder
For the Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened for mixing
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or substitute with cheddar
  • 1 cup sweet corn drained well
  • 1 can diced green chiles mild or medium
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
For Topping
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese for crispy layer

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Prepare your baking sheets by lightly greasing or lining with parchment paper. Arrange the tortilla chips cup side up.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, and one egg along with sweet corn, diced green chiles, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
  4. Fill each tortilla chip with about 1 tablespoon of the mixture. Avoid overfilling to prevent spillage.
  5. Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the filled chips.
  6. Bake for 13-15 minutes until the tops are golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. They can be reheated in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C). Consider freezing unbaked bites for up to 3 months.

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